Adonis (cocktail)

{{short description|Sherry and vermouth cocktail}}

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| name = Adonis

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| image = File:Adonis.png

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| garnish = orange peel or twist

| drinkware = cocktail

| ingredients =

• 4.5 cl dry sherry
• 4.5 cl sweet vermouth
• 2 dashes orange bitters

| prep = Combine ingredients with ice in a mixing glass. Strain into a chilled glass. Garnish with an orange peel or twist.{{Cite news|url=http://imbibemagazine.com/adonis-recipe/|title=Adonis - Imbibe Magazine|date=2013-09-26|work=Imbibe Magazine|access-date=2018-07-05|language=en-US}}

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The Adonis is a sherry and vermouth-based cocktail, with equal parts of both. The cocktail was created in honor of the 1884 musical Adonis after the show reached the milestone of more than 500 shows on Broadway.{{Cite news|url=http://imbibemagazine.com/adonis-recipe/|title=Adonis - Imbibe Magazine|date=2013-09-26|work=Imbibe Magazine|access-date=2018-07-05|language=en-US}}{{Cite news|url=https://punchdrink.com/recipes/adonis/|title=PUNCH {{!}} Adonis|last=Punch|work=Punch|access-date=2018-07-05|language=en-US}} The Adonis has been described as being a lower alcohol, easier drinking cocktail.{{Cite web|title=9 Low-Proof Cocktails|url=https://www.liquor.com/slideshows/low-proof-cocktails/|access-date=2022-01-17|website=Liquor.com|language=en}}