1 1⁄2 oz Brandy
3⁄4 oz Apple brandy
3⁄4 oz Sweet vermouth
Instructions

Stir, Strain into cocktail glass.

Notes

The original recipe is in parts, so 1/2 brandy, 1/4 Italian (=sweet) vermouth, 1/4 apple brandy or Calvados.

Cocktail summary
Posted by Dan on
Created by
Savoy Cocktail Book
Year
1930
Is an
authentic recipe
Reference

Savoy Cocktail Book, pg. 51

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Comments

Moderated this to reflect the Savoy Cocktail Book, replacing applejack (which is GNS + apple brandy) with the correct ingredient, apple brandy or Calvados.

Thanks,

Zachary


Dan commented on 9/21/2014:

And I reduced the overall size from 4 oz to 3 oz, which is probably still big for Savoy, but about average today.


yarm commented on 1/22/2021:

I've always felt that this drink cries out for bitters or anything to give it some depth. Luckily, when I was served this at a bar as a bartender's choice, it was served with great enthusiasm which gave it some dimension to add to the flabby build.