Every four years we get to enjoy an extra day in the calendar, and just like so many other obscure events there's a cocktail for that.
This is not a new creation, however, but a drink that has seen as many as 20 leap days in its time, if not more. The drink is the aptly named Leap Year and if you are a fan of classic Martinis, you will thoroughly enjoy it. It made the scene sometime during the golden age of the cocktail (circa 1930) and is as timeless as many of its counterparts. The mix is one of gin, sweet vermouth, Grand Marnier, and lemon juice, making it a sweeter, fruitier Martini that may just suit the tastes of those who want a break from drier variations.
Enjoy the Leap Year and have a wonderful Leap Day!
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