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A Presidential Gin Cocktail with Elegance & Authority

cocktails and movies The Executive Order Cocktail

The Executive Order

Smooth gin, blueberry-lavender honey syrup, and a touch of citrus make this cocktail as bold as history’s greatest leaders.
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Equipment

  • Shaker
  • Strainer

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ounces American dry gin (a nod to modern sophistication)
  • 3/4 ounce Blueberry-lavender honey syrup (for a refined yet bold flavor)
  • 1/2 ounce Fresh lemon juice (for a crisp, refreshing balance)
  • 1/4 ounce Dry Vermouth (a touch of diplomacy)
  • 2 dashes Orange bitters (a subtle nod to classic cocktails)
  • Club soda (for a light, celebratory finish)

Instructions
 

  • Add all ingredients and ice to shaker
  • Shake vigorously for 15 seconds
  • Double strain into chilled highball glass
  • Top with splash of club soda
  • Garnish with lemon twist

Best Movie Pairings:

  • The American President (1995) – A cocktail as charming and sophisticated as Michael Douglas in the Oval Office.
  • Thirteen Days (2000) – A drink for high-stakes political drama, like the Cuban Missile Crisis.
  • Dave (1993) – This smooth yet commanding cocktail is perfect for a movie about a man filling in as President.
  • Mr. Smith Goes to Washington (1939) – Because sometimes, a great speech (or cocktail) can change history.

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