The Leap Year is a somewhat popular cocktail, at least it's been around for many years (1930's at least) and if not on the tips of tongues, in the back of minds and a well-rounded Martini alternative. This is a sort of enhance Gin & It or an orange-flavored Emerson. For the orange liqueur, triple sec and curacao will not do. This drink deserves a brandy-based, sweet and thick orange that can only come from Grand Marnier or, if you're on a budget, GranGala.
Ingredients:
- 2 oz gin
- 1/2 oz sweet vermouth
- 1/2 oz Grand Marnier orange liqueur
- 1/4 oz lemon juice
- lemon twist for garnish
Preparation:
- Pour the ingredients into a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
- Stir well.
- Strain into a chilled cocktail glass.
- Garnish with a lemon twist.
