The Adonis is a classic cocktail that was created at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel in New York City, New York after the 1884 burlesque show of the same name hit the historic milestone of five hundred showings. Similar to another vintage recipe called the Bamboo, it’s traditionally made with sherry, vermouth, and orange bitters but calls for sweet vermouth instead of dry and uses different proportions.
Add fino sherry, sweet vermouth, and orange bitters in a mixing glass.
Fill mixing glass with cubed ice.
Using a bar spoon, stir for 30-45 seconds until well-chilled and slightly diluted.
Using a julep strainer, strain into a Nick & Nora glass.
Garnish with orange twist.