• Dry vermouth
  45 ml (1.5 oz)

  Choose a high-quality French dry vermouth for best results
• Cherry liqueur (kirsch or maraschino)
  15 ml (0.5 oz)

  Kirsch is traditional, but maraschino is a common substitute
• Grenadine
  10 ml (0.25 oz)

  For color and a touch of sweetness
• Fresh lemon juice
  10 ml (0.25 oz)

  Brightens up the flavors

• Cocktail shaker
• Strainer
• Jigger
• Fine mesh strainer (optional)
• Chilled cocktail glass

1. 1

   Chill your cocktail glass by filling it with ice water; set aside.

2. 2

   Add the dry vermouth, cherry liqueur, grenadine, and lemon juice to a cocktail shaker filled with ice.

3. 3

   Shake well until the mixture is thoroughly chilled—about 10-15 seconds.

4. 4

   Discard the ice water from your glass and strain the cocktail into the chilled glass using a strainer (double strain for extra clarity).

5. 5

   Garnish and serve immediately.

• Its delicate floral and fruity flavors are uniquely refreshing.
• The gorgeous, blush-pink color is visually stunning in any glass.
• It's a low-proof cocktail, making it perfect for sipping and socializing.
• Simple to make, yet feels sophisticated and special.
• A versatile choice for brunches, garden parties, or romantic evenings.

The Rose cocktail traces its origins to the glamorous Parisian bars of the 1920s, a time when artists, writers, and socialites mingled in the city’s lively café culture. The recipe is often credited to Johnny Mitta, a head bartender at the Chatham Hotel in Paris. It quickly became a favorite among the fashionable set, cherished for its refined flavor profile and striking appearance. The Rose has endured as a symbol of timeless elegance and continental charm.