Tuxedo recipe

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Refined Martini variation with maraschino and absinthe, served straight up in a cocktail glass.

Aperitif Court Great classics
Volume 8.3 cl
Alcohol 24.6 %
Calories / serving 147 kcal
Colour Transparent
Published 11/2026
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Ingredients

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Preparation

  1. Rinse a chilled cocktail glass with the absinthe and discard the excess.
  2. Pour the gin, dry vermouth, maraschino liqueur and orange bitters into a mixing glass filled with ice.
  3. Stir for about thirty seconds, then strain into the glass.

Serving

This cocktail is served in:

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History

It is named after the Tuxedo Club, an upscale club in Tuxedo Park, New York, where the dinner jacket itself is said to have been born in the late 19th century.

Decoration

Garnish with a lemon zest and a maraschino cherry.

Variation

The older “Tuxedo No. 1” replaces the maraschino and absinthe with fino sherry.

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Frequently asked questions

Which glass should the Tuxedo cocktail be served in?

Recommended glass: cocktail glass.

How strong is the Tuxedo cocktail?

The Tuxedo cocktail is about 24.6% alcohol.

How many calories are in the Tuxedo cocktail?

Allow for about 147 kcal per serving.

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Excessive alcohol consumption is harmful to your health; please drink responsibly. This cocktail is not recommended for pregnant women.

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