For an extra chill, stir the cocktail in a mixing glass that has been pre-chilled. Adjust the ratio of gin to vermouth to your preference. Some prefer a drier Gibson with less vermouth. Experiment with different gins to find your favorite flavor profile. London Dry gins work particularly well. Ensure your vermouth is fresh, as it can lose its flavor over time once opened. If you don't have cocktail onions, you can substitute with a small shallot, thinly sliced and pickled.
Gibson Cocktail
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PREP TIME5 mins
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COOK TIME0 mins
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TOTAL TIME5 mins
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SERVING1 People
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The Gibson: A sophisticated twist on the timeless martini, where the botanical embrace of gin meets the crisp dryness of vermouth, crowned with the piquant allure of a pickled onion. Prepare for a cocktail experience that is both refined and intriguingly savory.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate2 g
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Fiber0 g
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Protein0 g
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Sodium47 mg
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Sugar1 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepChill a cocktail glass in the freezer for at least 15 minutes. (15 minutes)
02
StepIn a cocktail mixing glass, combine the gin and dry vermouth. (2 minutes)
03
StepAdd the ice to the mixing glass. (1 minute)
04
StepStir gently but thoroughly for 20-30 seconds, until the mixture is well-chilled. (1 minute)
05
StepStrain the mixture into the chilled cocktail glass. (1 minute)
06
StepGarnish with the pickled pearl onions. Spear them on a cocktail pick or simply drop them into the glass. (2 minutes)
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Freeman Kovacek
Jun 30, 2025Great recipe! I used a local gin and it was amazing.
Dejuan Luettgen
Jun 29, 2025A classic cocktail, elevated. The addition of pickled onions is genius.
Palma Ruecker
Jun 20, 2025The instructions were clear and easy to follow. My Gibson turned out perfectly!
Anissa Zulauf
Jun 17, 2025I've always been a martini drinker, but the Gibson is my new go-to. The pickled onion adds such a unique and satisfying twist!
Earnest Flatley
Jun 16, 2025I tried this with a few different gins and found one I really loved. Thanks for the guidance!
Yvonne Doyle
Jun 15, 2025I never thought I'd like a pickled onion in my cocktail, but I was wrong! This is fantastic.
Mallie Windler
Jun 15, 2025Simple, elegant, and delicious. What more could you ask for?