Dutch Blossom

Sidecar/New Orleans Sours & Riffs • December 16, 2025

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A photo of the Dutch Blossom cocktail containing Bols Genever, Noilly Prat Dry Vermouth, Freshly squeezed lemon juice, Luxardo Maraschino Liqueur in a Coupe.

Curiada Ingredients

1.75 fl oz Bols Genever or alternative
0.75 fl oz Noilly Prat Dry Vermouth or alternative
0.25 fl oz Luxardo Maraschino Liqueur or alternative

Other Ingredients

0.50 fl oz Freshly squeezed lemon juice

Directions

Add ice to cocktail shaker
Add all ingredients to shaker
Shake vigorously with ice
Fine strain into chilled coupe glass
Express lemon zest twist over drink and drop into glass

Cocktail Description

The Dutch Blossom resurrects genever's forgotten elegance in a cocktail that bridges centuries of European drinking traditions.

This sophisticated sipper combines the malty, botanical richness of Bols Genever with the herbal complexity of Timbal Extra Dry Vermouth, while fresh lemon juice provides necessary brightness against the sweet cherry notes of Luxardo Maraschino. The result is a perfectly balanced cocktail with initial grain-forward warmth followed by crisp citrus and a lingering floral sweetness. Ideal for twilight happy hours or as an aperitif before a special dinner, the Dutch Blossom requires precise measurements but employs straightforward shaking technique, making it manageable even for home bartenders with basic skills. The cocktail shines alongside seafood dishes like seared scallops or smoked salmon, while its complex profile stands up beautifully to aged cheeses and charcuterie boards with mustards and pickled vegetables.