Classic

Chrysanthemum No. 2

Name: Chrysanthemum No. 2
Yield: 1 cocktail
Ingredients: 60 ml Bourbon; 7.5 ml Maraschino liqueur; 2 dashes Angostura bitters; 1 dash Orange bitters

Served in a coupe glass

Ingredients

60 ml Bourbon
7.5 ml Maraschino liqueur
2 dashes Angostura bitters
1 dash Orange bitters

Preparation

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

Garnish

Orange twist

Origin story

The Fancy Free cocktail is believed to have originated in the early 20th century, during the Prohibition era, as a way to elevate simple ingredients into a sophisticated drink. Its name reflects a carefree attitude towards cocktail enjoyment.