The Derek Smalls Cocktail

While tourists may hit New York City's Chelsea Market to ogle grass-fed marrow bones and pick up bottarga, natives know the really good stuff is underground. The Tippler, a speakeasy bar, is a century-old legend operating beneath the thoroughfare. Specializing in expertly selected wines, craft beers and simple, innovative cocktails featuring freshly juiced fruits and vegetables, The Tippler is a not-to-be-missed spot for mixology fans.

The citrus-spiked Derek Smalls cocktail pairs vodka and cucumber with bitter, refreshing grapefruit and just may make you forget you're in a relatively dark underground drinking establishment.

For an in-depth look at the making of the Derek Smalls on site at The Tippler, head over to We Are The Market.

The Derek Smalls Cocktail
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Servings
1
cocktail
Ingredients
  • 2 ounces Zubrowka vodka
  • 1/4 ounce Averna Citrus Sambuco
  • 1 ounce fresh grapefruit juice
  • 3/4 ounce fresh cucumber juice
  • 1/2 ounce honey syrup
  • 1/4 ounce fresh lemon juice
  • 1 sprig mint
  • 2 dashes bitters
Directions
  1. Shake all ingredients with ice in a cocktail shaker.
  2. Strain over fresh ice in an old-fashioned glass.
  3. Garnish with an additional sprig of mint and a thin slice of cucumber.
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