Classic

Army & Navy

Name: Army & Navy
Yield: 1 cocktail
Ingredients: 60 ml Gin; 22.5 ml Lemon juice; 22.5 ml Orgeat; 2 dashes Angostura bitters

Served in a coupe glass

Ingredients

60 ml Gin
22.5 ml Lemon juice
22.5 ml Orgeat
2 dashes Angostura bitters

Preparation

Shake all ingredients with ice and strain into a chilled coupe glass.

Garnish

Lemon twist

Origin story

The Army & Navy cocktail is believed to have originated in the early 20th century, possibly linked to military officers' clubs. Its name reflects a blend of gin and orgeat, capturing a spirit of camaraderie among servicemen.