Haystack Cocktail Recipe (Paper Plane inspired!)

gin

🥗Healthier: vodka

💰Cheaper: gin alternative

Vodka offers a similar base flavor with fewer botanicals.

sweet vermouth

🥗Healthier: dry vermouth

💰Cheaper: white wine

Dry vermouth reduces sweetness while maintaining complexity.

orange bitters

🥗Healthier: lemon bitters

💰Cheaper: citrus zest

Lemon bitters provide a similar citrus note with less cost.

lemon peel

🥗Healthier: lime peel

💰Cheaper: lemon zest

Lime peel offers a fresh twist while being more affordable.

Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.

Add gin, sweet vermouth, and orange bitters to the shaker.

Shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds until well chilled.

Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass.

Garnish with a twist of lemon peel.

Serve immediately.

Cooking Techniques

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