Spencer Cocktail

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

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A photo of the Spencer Cocktail cocktail containing Beefeater London Dry Gin, Giffard Abricot Du Roussillon, Freshly squeezed orange juice, Angostura Aromatic Bitters in a Martini.

Curiada Ingredients

Other Ingredients

  • 0.25 fl oz Freshly squeezed orange juice

Directions

  • Chill martini glass
  • Add all ingredients to cocktail shaker
  • Add ice to shaker
  • Shake vigorously
  • Fine strain into chilled martini glass
  • Express orange zest twist over drink and discard
  • Garnish with Luxardo Maraschino cherry

Cocktail Description

This gin-forward apricot martini proves that stone fruit and juniper are one of the most underrated flavor combinations in cocktail craft.

Built on a foundation of Beefeater London Dry Gin, the drink marries the botanical complexity of classic London gin with the sun-ripened sweetness of French apricot liqueur and a splash of fresh orange juice that brings brightness without turning the whole thing into a fruit punch. A few dashes of Angostura add subtle spice and depth, keeping the sweetness in check and giving the cocktail a sophisticated backbone. The result is a martini variation that tastes like summer in a glass—slightly tart, gently floral, and loaded with orchard fruit character while maintaining the crisp, clean spirit of its gin base. It's an easy shake-and-strain affair that comes together in minutes, making it perfect for both weeknight wind-downs and weekend entertaining when you want something that feels special without the fuss. Serve this alongside Mediterranean-inspired appetizers like prosciutto-wrapped melon, aged manchego, or grilled shrimp skewers with lemon and herbs—the apricot notes play beautifully with salty-sweet combinations and char-kissed seafood. The aromatic orange oils from the expressed zest and the jewel-red cherry garnish add just enough visual polish to make every sip feel like a small celebration.