What ingredients are in a The Philosopher?

1 shot Gin, 1 shot Melon Liqueur, 1 dash Orange bitters, 1 dash Lemon Juice, Top Prosecco

What glass do you use for a The Philosopher?

A The Philosopher is traditionally served in a Margarita glass.

How strong is a The Philosopher?

A The Philosopher has an estimated ABV of 21.54%.

How many calories are in a The Philosopher?

A The Philosopher contains approximately 250 calories per serving.

The Philosopher

글라스 Margarita glass

난이도 Medium

칼로리 ~250 kcal

ABV 21.54%

재료

Gin 1 shot
Melon Liqueur 1 shot
Orange bitters 1 dash
Lemon Juice 1 dash
Prosecco Top

조리법

Add all the spirits in a shaker (best to use Hendricks gin) as well as the orange bitters and lemon juice. Strain into a Margarita glass, top with Prosecco.

Strong Classic

The Philosopher는 진, 멜론 리큐어, 오렌지 비터, 레몬 주스 한 방울, 프로세코를 마가리타 글라스에 서빙하는 멜론 중심의 칵테일입니다. 멜론 리큐어의 달콤하고 열대적인 특성이 오렌지 비터와 레몬으로 날카롭게 되고, 진이 식물학적 구조를 제공하며 프로세코가 우아하고 탄산감 있는 리프트를 더합니다. 시각적 매력을 가진 세련되고 파티에 어울리는 칵테일입니다.

History & Origins

The Philosopher is a contemporary cocktail of disputed origin, likely created at a craft cocktail bar or for a brand promotion in the early 21st century. Its combination of melon liqueur with gin and Prosecco reflects the craft bartending movement's interest in pairing classic European spirits with Japanese-origin liqueurs like Midori. No formal attribution to a specific bartender or establishment is recorded.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Sweet honeydew melon from the melon liqueur, gin's juniper and citrus peel, and a warm orange note from the bitters and Prosecco's light apple fruit. Palate: Fruity and complex, with melon sweetness balanced by orange bitters' complexity and lemon tartness; gin provides an herbal backbone and Prosecco delivers lift and effervescence. Finish: Dry and sparkling with lingering melon and orange peel.

melon herbal citrus effervescent fruity

Pro Tip

Shake all spirits together with ice and strain before topping with Prosecco to preserve the bubbles and achieve the proper balance of flavors.

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