Cocktail Cabinet No.23

The martini and the gin and tonic are basic staples, but to make a fine example of either takes great skill

White Lady

Yet as with the plain old omelette, it’s easy to become bored with your martini, and gin and tonic portfolio, and this is where the sour cocktails come to our aid.

The White Lady looks incredibly beautiful and seems pretty complex, and you should leave your guests wondering about the mystery of its creation. Recipes from the United States include vodka, crème de menthe and triple sec, but I plead with you to ...