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Bamboo cocktail

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Bamboo

A light and herbal cocktail combining dry sherry, vermouth, and bitters.

Base
Other
Difficulty
Easy
Strength
Light
Origin
Japan

Ingredients

Steps

  1. Add Dry Sherry, Dry Vermouth, Angostura Bitters, and Orange Bitters into a Mixing Glass with cracked ice.
  2. Stir until well-chilled.
  3. Strain into a chilled Coupe Glass.
  4. Garnish with a Lemon Twist.

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About the Bamboo

The Bamboo is a classic cocktail that originated in Japan, known for its dry and herbal profile. Featuring dry sherry and dry vermouth, it's delicately balanced with Angostura and orange bitters. This cocktail is perfect for those seeking a refined and spirit-forward drink.

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How this compares

  • Manhattan

    Both are spirit-forward cocktails, but the Manhattan uses whiskey as a base, while Bamboo uses dry sherry and vermouth for a lighter, herbal profile.

  • Martinez

    Both are classic cocktails with vermouth, but Martinez uses gin as the base and includes maraschino liqueur for sweetness, while Bamboo is more herbal and dry with sherry.

  • Negroni

    Both feature dry vermouth and bitters, but Negroni is more bitter with Campari and uses gin, while Bamboo is lighter with dry sherry as the base.

  • Old Pal

    Both are spirit-forward, but Old Pal uses rye whiskey, while Bamboo has a lighter, herbal profile with dry sherry.

  • Dry Martini

    Both are dry cocktails, but Dry Martini uses gin or vodka as a base, whereas Bamboo features dry sherry for a more herbal and subtle flavor.

  • Boulevardier

    Both are spirit-forward, but Boulevardier uses bourbon and Campari, while Bamboo is lighter with dry sherry and vermouth.

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