The Prelude cocktail contains no sweetness at all. It stands out for its subtle yet distinctive herbal notes—dominated by caraway—making it a savory cocktail in the style of a Martini. The Prelude is the ideal accompaniment to pre-dinner appetizers or pickled specialties such as herring.

INGREDIENTS

• 40 ml / 1 ⅓ oz. dry Gin
• 20 ml/ ⅔ oz. Lillet Blanc
• 5 ml/ ¼ oz. Kümmel
• 1 dash Angostura bitters
• 1 dash Absinthe

METHOD

1. Add all ingredients into a shaker with ice and shake.
2. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass.
3. Garnish with some capers.

SHOPPING LIST

1. Bombay Sapphire Gin | USA* | UK* | Germany*
2. Lillet | USA | UK* | Germany*
3. Kümmel | USA* | UK* | Germany*
4. Absinthe | USA | UK* | Germany*
5. Angostura bitters | USA* | UK* | Germany*
6. Glasses | USA* | UK* | Germany*