Archbishop
A sophisticated and aromatic cocktail that blends the botanical crispness of gin with the warming spice of green ginger wine and the complex herbal sweetness of Bénédictine. Fresh lime adds a bright citrus finish to this distinguished sipper.
What it tastes like
The drink leads with sharp lime citrus and a pungent ginger aroma underpinned by herbal honey. On the palate, the juniper from the gin balances the spicy warmth of the green ginger wine. It has a crisp mouthfeel with a lingering dry finish and a subtle herbal aftertaste.
Flavour profile
Ingredients
- Gin2 oz
- Green Ginger Wine1 oz
- Bénédictine1 tsp
- Lime1 whole
Preparation
- 1
Slice the lime into wheels or wedges.
- 2
Fill an Old Fashioned glass with ice cubes.
- 3
Pour the Gin, Green Ginger Wine, and Bénédictine over the ice.
- 4
Add the lime slices into the glass.
- 5
Stir well until the drink is chilled and the ingredients are fully combined.
Substitutions
- GinVodka — This removes the botanical juniper notes for a cleaner and more neutral profile.
- Green Ginger WineGinger syrup and dry vermouth — This combination provides a similar ginger heat and vinous body to the original ingredient.
- BénédictineYellow Chartreuse — This swap increases the herbal intensity while reducing the honeyed sweetness.
- LimeLemon — Using lemon results in a sharper, more floral acidity compared to the lime.
Variations
Archbishop Royal
Replace the gin with dry sparkling wine to create a carbonated, lower-strength version with a lighter body.
Spiced Archbishop
Add two dashes of Angostura bitters to intensify the spice profile and deepen the wood notes of the ginger wine.