Barnum Was Right
Gin, apricot and lemon with bitters. Named after the showman's famous quote.
Shaken · Coupe · Medium · about 3 minutes · about 23% ABV
Ingredients
- 45 ml Gin
- 22.5 ml Apricot brandy liqueur
- 15 ml Fresh lemon juice
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
- Lemon twist (garnish)
Method
- Chill the glass
- Pour 45 ml gin into the shaker
- Pour 22.5 ml apricot brandy liqueur into the shaker
- Add 15 ml fresh lemon juice
- Add 2 dashes of Angostura bitters
- Add ice
- Shake hard
- Strain
- Garnish
Tip
A dry gin keeps the apricot from taking over.
About the Barnum Was Right
The sour family. Sours are one of the oldest mixed-drink families. Spirit, citrus and sugar go back to the punches British sailors and traders drank in the 1600s and 1700s, and Jerry Thomas printed sour recipes in the first American bartending book in 1862. Egg white came later, for a silky foam. Almost every classic with fresh citrus, from the Daiquiri to the Whiskey Sour, follows this pattern.
Barnum Was Right FAQ
What's in a Barnum Was Right?
45 ml gin, 22.5 ml apricot brandy liqueur, 15 ml fresh lemon juice, 2 dashes angostura bitters, garnished with lemon twist.
How strong is a Barnum Was Right?
About 23% ABV once mixed with ice, which is 1.9 Australian standard drinks per serve. That is stronger than a glass of wine.
Should I shake or stir a Barnum Was Right?
Shake it. citrus, juice and cream need shaking to mix properly and gain a light, lively texture.
What glass do you serve a Barnum Was Right in?
A coupe, about 180 ml. Chill the glass first and serve without ice. No coupe? Use a martini glass or small wine glass.
