A Jerry Thomas Original

This classic cocktail is a tribute to the father of mixology himself, Jerry Thomas. It's a refreshing blend of gin, orange liqueur, and fresh lemon juice, with a touch of sweetness from simple syrup. Here's how to make it: Ingredients: - 2 oz gin - 1 oz orange liqueur (such as Cointreau or Triple Sec) - 1 oz fresh lemon juice - 1/2 oz simple syrup Instructions: 1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. 2. Add the gin, orange liqueur, lemon juice, and simple syrup. 3. Shake vigorously for about 10-15 seconds, until well chilled. 4. Strain the mixture into a chilled coupe or martini glass. 5. Garnish with a lemon twist or wheel, if desired. 6. Sip and enjoy this classic concoction that pays tribute to one of the greatest mixologists of all time!