Jean Harlow Cocktail
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Jean Harlow (1911–1937) was the first platinum blonde that brought sex to the Hollywood scene in the 1930s and she has her own cocktail. The drink that is named after her is a sweet rum martini, and it was supposedly a favorite of the actress. The recipe is very simple, just an equal mix of your favorite light rum and sweet vermouth garnished with a sexy lemon spiral.

Though not as popular as the martini or Manhattan, the Jean Harlow cocktail is a fascinating experience that shows how many classic cocktails kept the ingredients simple without sacrificing taste. It is also another testament to the versatility of vermouth, proving that it really is a bar essential.

Tips

• As with any martini-style cocktail, adjust the rum to vermouth ratio to fit your personal taste. Equal parts are recommended, but you may enjoy less vermouth; some drinkers even pour as little as 1/2 ounce.
• Be sure to choose a quality rum for this drink. It's a very transparent mix and will show off any imperfections in the rum. If you enjoy sipping the rum straight, it's a good choice.
• The original Jean Harlow cocktail recommends light rum, though you can use a nice aged rum instead. You'll find that the hint of oak is a pleasant addition to the drink.
• Add a nice accent to this cocktail with a few dashes of bitters. Aromatic bitters (e.g., Angostura) would be excellent. You can play around with other flavors, such as barrel-aged bitters, orange bitters, or peach bitters.

2 ounces light rum
2 ounces sweet vermouth
Lemon peel, for garnish

Gather the ingredients.

Pour the ingredients into a cocktail shaker with ice cubes. Shake well.

Strain into a chilled cocktail glass.

Garnish with a lemon peel. Serve and enjoy.