Frankenjack Cocktail

Martini & Riffs • December 16, 2025

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A photo of the Apri-Tini Twirl cocktail containing Beefeater London Dry Gin, Giffard Abricot Du Roussillon, Giffard Triple Sec, Noilly Prat Dry Vermouth in a Martini.

Curiada Ingredients

1.50 fl oz Beefeater London Dry Gin or alternative
0.50 fl oz Giffard Abricot Du Roussillon or alternative
0.50 fl oz Giffard Triple Sec or alternative
1.50 fl oz Noilly Prat Dry Vermouth or alternative

Directions

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

Cocktail Description

The Frankenjack Cocktail is what happens when a classic martini takes a sun-soaked Mediterranean vacation.

This elegant cocktail combines the botanical punch of Beefeater London Dry Gin with the luscious stone fruit sweetness of Giffard Abricot Du Roussillon, while Giffard Triple Sec adds bright citrus notes and Timbal Extra Dry Vermouth brings a sophisticated herbal complexity. The result is a perfectly balanced sipper with vibrant apricot flavors front and center, supported by juniper and subtle orange undertones. Refreshing yet substantial, the Frankenjack Cocktail makes an ideal aperitif for warm summer evenings or an impressive starter for dinner parties where you want to showcase your cocktail skills without spending hours behind the bar. Thankfully, it's straightforward to prepare—just a quick shake and fine strain into a chilled martini glass, finished with an orange zest twist that releases aromatic oils across the surface. Pair this fruit-forward cocktail with light appetizers like goat cheese crostini, seafood dishes, or apricot-glazed chicken for a meal that feels thoughtfully curated.