Pousse Suisse

Ingredients

• 3 clGin
• 3 clCampari
• 3 clsweet red vermouth

Instructions

1. 1

   Combine the spirits

   Pour all the liquid ingredients into a glass, keeping to equal parts in a 1:1:1 ratio.

2. 2

   Stir briefly

   Add it to the mixture and stir briefly. The method does not specify what “it” refers to.

What is Pousse Suisse?

Pousse Suisse is a short mixed drink, and this version brings together gin, Campari and sweet red vermouth. The recipe gives no more specific origin, but the name is French and the ingredients make for a classic bittersweet aperitif style.

Equal measures keep the three spirits in balance and make the drink especially straightforward to scale or mix. The listed method builds it in a glass rather than shaking it.

Nutrition and macros by portion

The nutrition label shows one serving as written: 170 calories, 0g protein, 8g carbs, 0g fat.

Most of the energy comes from the alcoholic spirits, while the Campari and vermouth contribute most of the drink’s small amount of carbohydrate. There is little to no protein or fat; pair it with a savoury snack such as olives or nuts if serving it before a meal.

Why equal measures work

Gin: its dry, juniper-led character gives the cocktail a crisp base.

Campari: the bitter, bittersweet liqueur adds a vivid flavour and colour.

Sweet red vermouth: this brings sweetness and herbal notes to soften the sharper edges.

Mixing the drink

Measure each spirit carefully at 3 cl so the stated 1:1:1 ratio stays intact. Pour them into the glass as directed, then stir briefly.

The second method instruction says to add “it” but does not name an ingredient. The listed ingredients contain no additional item, so there is nothing else to measure from the recipe.

Serving and temperature

The provided method does not specify ice, shaking or straining, so the written preparation is a simple stir in the glass. For a colder serve, chill the glass ahead of time without changing the ingredient proportions.

Serve soon after mixing, while the flavours remain distinct and the drink is cold if you have chilled the glass.

What to serve alongside

A small bowl of salted nuts or olives makes a simple savoury pairing for the drink’s bitter and herbal flavours. A few crisp crackers or plain bread can also work without overwhelming it.

Because this is a short drink, serve it as an aperitif rather than treating it as a long, thirst-quenching cocktail.

Recipe notes & tips

• Use a jigger or measuring glass to keep each pour at 3 cl.
• Chill the serving glass beforehand for a colder drink without adding anything to the recipe.
• Stir briefly, as the method specifies, rather than vigorously shaking the spirits.
• Use sweet red vermouth, not dry vermouth, to match the listed ingredient.
• Check the vermouth bottle is fresh; opened vermouth is best kept refrigerated.

Variations

• Colder serve: chill the glass before pouring in the measured spirits.
• Citrus garnish: add a strip of orange peel for a fragrant finishing touch.
• Slightly sweeter: use a red vermouth with a sweeter profile.
• More bitter: choose a more bitter-style red aperitif in place of Campari, noting that this changes the recipe.
• Longer drink: add chilled soda water to taste for a lighter, lengthened serve.

Common mistakes to avoid

• Uneven measures: use 3 cl of each spirit to preserve the stated 1:1:1 balance.
• Using dry vermouth: choose sweet red vermouth for the intended flavour profile.
• Over-stirring: stir only briefly so the drink is not unnecessarily diluted.
• Assuming an extra ingredient: the second method step does not identify what “it” is, and the ingredient list gives no additional item.
• Serving warm: chill the glass first if you want a colder drink, as the method does not call for ice.

How to store

Mix only what you plan to serve; the recipe makes one drink and gives no storage instructions. Keep opened vermouth refrigerated and follow the bottle’s guidance after opening.

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