Opal

Sidecar/New Orleans Sours & Riffs • May 07, 2026

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A photo of the Opal cocktail containing Beefeater London Dry Gin, Giffard Triple Sec, Freshly squeezed orange juice, Giffard Sugar Cane Syrup (Sirop Sucre de Canne), Orange flower water in a Martini.

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Other Ingredients

  • 1.25 fl oz Freshly squeezed orange juice
  • 0.25 fl oz Giffard Sugar Cane Syrup (Sirop Sucre de Canne)
  • 0.17 fl oz Orange flower water

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

This isn't your grandfather's martini—it's a bright, citrus-forward spin that brings gin into sunny new territory.

The Citrus Gin Martini balances Beefeater's crisp juniper backbone with the sweet-tart brightness of fresh orange juice and triple sec, while a whisper of orange flower water adds a delicate, almost perfumed complexity that keeps things interesting sip after sip. The sugar cane syrup rounds out the edges without making it cloying, creating a drink that's refreshing but still sophisticated. It's surprisingly easy to make—just shake everything together and strain—so you won't need a bartending degree to pull it off at home. This cocktail shines at brunch gatherings or early evening happy hours when you want something lighter than a classic gin martini but more refined than a simple screwdriver. The citrus profile makes it a natural match for seafood dishes like grilled shrimp, ceviche, or oysters, though it also plays nicely with mild cheeses and herb-forward appetizers. Serve it ice-cold in a proper martini glass with that orange zest twist, and you've got a drink that feels special without trying too hard.