I created this cocktail around Christmas some years ago when I set out to make a martini-like concoction but with more depth and flavor. I came up with this recipe but couldn’t think of name until a few nights later I dreamt that it was the former First Lady’s go-to drinkable. Hence the Barbara Bush. The fanciful garnish is a wonderful flourish but the drink is still delicious, if less exciting, without it.
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1.Pour all ingredients into cocktail shaker. If using zest, twist over shaker, then add.
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2.Fill with ice cubes.
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3.Shake for 20 seconds.
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4.Strain into chilled martini glasses.
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5.Garnish with pear chips, if using.
yields 2 drinks
the BARBARA BUSH
Ingredients
6 oz. gin
½ oz. Clear Creek Distillery’s Williams Pear brandy
2 dashes orange bitters or 2 strips of orange zest
2 dried pear chips, optional
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