Everything You Need to Know About the Adonis
Named after a hit Broadway musical of the 1880s, the Adonis is a classic cocktail that proves you don't need hard liquor to make a sophisticated drink. Combining sherry, sweet vermouth, and orange bitters, it's a lighter alternative to spirit-forward cocktails like the Manhattan, with a nutty, bittersweet character and a dry finish. The drink dates to the late 19th century, when sherry-based cocktails were fashionable in New York bars. Although it fell out of favor during the 20th century, the Adonis has found a new audience among drinkers looking for lower-alcohol cocktails that don't sacrifice complexity.
