THE GIBSON

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The Gibson is a delicious version of the classic martini variation relies on gin, blanc vermouth, dry vermouth, and onion pickling liquid.

Provided by Jim Kearns

Categories     Gin     Onion     Martini     Vermouth     Bon Appétit     Drink     New York

Yield 4 drinks

Number Of Ingredients 21

For the pickled onions:
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1/4 cup unseasoned rice vinegar
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1/4 cup sugar
4 teaspoons kosher salt
1 tablespoon black peppercorns
1 tablespoon coriander seeds
1 tablespoon juniper berries
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 halved garlic clove
1 bay leaf
1 pound small pearl onions, peeled, trimmed
For the martini:
2 ounces gin
1/2 ounce blanc vermouth
1/2 ounce dry vermouth
1/4 ounce onion pickling liquid
4 cups ice
Pickled onion for garnish

Steps:

  • For the pickled onions:
  • Whisk 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar, 1/4 cup red wine vinegar, 1/4 cup unseasoned rice vinegar, 1/4 cup white wine vinegar, 1/4 cup sugar, 4 teaspoons kosher salt, 1 tablespoon black peppercorns, 1 tablespoon coriander seeds, 1 tablespoon juniper berries, 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, 1 halved garlic clove, 1 bay leaf, and 1 1/4 cups water in a nonreactive container until salt and sugar dissolve. Add 1 pound small pearl onions, peeled, trimmed. Cover; chill at least 1 week and up to 3 months. Flavors will deepen with time.
  • For the martini:
  • Stir 2 ounces gin, 1/2 ounce blanc vermouth, 1/2 ounce dry vermouth, 1/4 ounce onion pickling liquid, and 4 cups ice in a large stirring or measuring glass 1 minute (this is key to rounding out the flavors). Strain into a martini glass; garnish with a pickled onion.

Raymond Abaci
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I made this cocktail for my friends and they loved it. It's a great cocktail for a night out on the town.


Phillip Jennings
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This is a great cocktail for a summer party. It's refreshing and easy to drink, and it's sure to be a hit with your guests.


Maria Mzdrid
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I'm not a big fan of gin, but I really enjoyed this cocktail. The vermouth and onion mellowed out the gin and made it very easy to drink.


Juan Antonio Avila
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This cocktail is the perfect balance of sweet and savory. The gin and vermouth provide a nice base, while the onion adds a subtle sweetness and tang.


Brandon Pottie
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I love the way the pickled onion garnish adds a pop of color and flavor to this cocktail.


Namurinda Olivia
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This is one of my favorite cocktails to make at home. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfectly.


Queen Sakala
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I've tried this cocktail with different types of gin and vermouth, and I've always been happy with the results. It's a versatile drink that can be tailored to your own taste.


Chibaba Adams
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This is a great cocktail for people who are new to drinking gin. It's not too strong and the onion adds a nice sweetness.


Ms Wilson
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I love the simplicity of this cocktail. It's just a few ingredients, but they come together to create something really special.


Izak Venter
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I made this cocktail for my book club meeting and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about how delicious it was.


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This is a great cocktail for a party. It's easy to make and everyone seems to love it.


NAVEED QAMAR
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I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this cocktail. I'm not usually a fan of gin, but the vermouth and onion really mellowed it out. I'll definitely be making this again.


Rebecca Telling
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This is my go-to cocktail when I'm looking for something classic and elegant. It's perfect for sipping on a warm summer evening.


Farhan Labib
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I've been making this cocktail for years and it's always a hit. The secret is in the pickled onion. It adds a nice tang that really brings the drink together.


lacey stewart
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This Gibson cocktail recipe is a keeper! The combination of gin, vermouth, and onion is perfectly balanced and makes for a delicious and refreshing drink. I highly recommend trying this one.