Algonquin Split

It’s like a progression riddle.  If a martini is 4:1 gin:dry vermouth, and a Manhattan is 4:1 whiskey:sweet vermouth — an Algonquin is the next step.  It’s sweeter, and steps away from the “neat”-ness of classic martini drinks by adding juice at a 2:1:1 ratio.

This recipe takes that first juicy step away from neat, then another step beyond that.

1 1/2 oz bourbon whiskey
3/4 oz dry vermouth
3/4 oz pineapple juice
3 oz ice cold sparkling water
twist of lemon
twist of lime

Combine alcohol and juice in a shaker with crushed ice.  Strain into an 7-8oz martini glass that is half full of chilled sparkling water; then garnish with both lemon and lime twists.