Dutch Daisy

Martini & Riffs • December 16, 2025

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A photo of the Dutch Daisy cocktail containing Bols Genever, Giffard Triple Sec, Noilly Prat Dry Vermouth, Angostura Orange Bitters, Chilled water (reduce if wet ice) in a Coupe.

Curiada Ingredients

1.00 fl oz Bols Genever or alternative
1.00 fl oz Giffard Triple Sec or alternative
1.00 fl oz Noilly Prat Dry Vermouth or alternative
1.00 dash Angostura Orange Bitters or alternative

Other Ingredients

0.75 fl oz Chilled water (reduce if wet ice)

Directions

Chill coupe glass
Add all ingredients to mixing glass
Add ice to mixing glass
Stir well until chilled
Strain into chilled coupe glass
Express orange zest twist over drink and drop into glass

Cocktail Description

The Dutch Daisy resurrects genever—Holland's malty ancestral gin—in a cocktail that feels both classically familiar and refreshingly unexpected.

This elegant sipper combines the rich, grainy backbone of Bols Genever with bright citrus notes from Giffard Triple Sec and the herbal complexity of dry vermouth, all unified by aromatic orange bitters. You'll experience a fascinating interplay between the genever's malted barley warmth and the cocktail's crisp, citrusy finish—a balance that makes each sip more intriguing than the last. The Dutch Daisy is surprisingly simple to prepare, requiring only a mixing glass, bar spoon, and strainer, making it accessible for home bartenders with basic equipment. It shines as an aperitif before a hearty meal or as a contemplative nightcap when conversation runs deep. This versatile cocktail pairs beautifully with aged cheeses, charcuterie, or dishes featuring smoked fish, where its botanical complexity and subtle sweetness complement rather than compete with rich, savory flavors.