The Algonquin Cocktail

The Algonquin cocktail

Cocktails

The Algonquin cocktail was named after The Algonquin Hotel in New York City. The hotel opened in 1902. Frank Case was the first Owner / Manager.

Recipe
  • 2 ounces rye whiskey
  • 1 ounce dry vermouth
  • 1 ounce pineapple juice

Shake with ice. Strain into a cocktail glass. Garnish with a cherry.

The Algonquin’s Blue Bar (the original) did a thriving business from Prohibition till 1991, when it was closed in favor of a dull but serviceable space across the lobby. The space was  larger and had a street entrance.

The original Blue Bar was a gem: just seven stools, three small tables, and the best cocktails in New York.  Jimmy Fox was the barman there from 1948 till the mid-80′s.

Since then, the hotel has had a multi-million dollar face lift and the bar also received a renovation.  Once again, it’s called The Blue Bar. Stop in and order the Algonquin Cocktail or order the Diamond Martini. At $10,000 rest assured that piece of “ice” at the bottom of your cocktail glass is not frozen water !

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