History & Heritage
“The Nome is a variation of the classic Alaska cocktail that adds dry sherry for additional complexity. Named after the Alaskan gold rush town, it builds on the Alaska's foundation of gin and Yellow Chartreuse by introducing the nutty, saline notes of fino sherry. This creates a more complex and nuanced spirit-forward cocktail that bridges the gap between the Alaska and more wine-forward aperitifs.”
Ingredients
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Method
Technique transforms ingredients into something extraordinary.
Chill a coupe or Nick & Nora glass
Combine gin, Yellow Chartreuse, dry sherry, and bitters in a mixing glass with ice
Stir 25–30 seconds until very cold and properly diluted
Strain into the chilled glass
Express and drop in a lemon twist
Glassware
Served up in a chilled coupe
Garnish
Express oils and discard or drop in
Flavor Journey
Every great cocktail tells a story through its flavors. Here's the sensory experience you can expect.
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Master's Tips
Professional insights to elevate your craft
Use a high-quality fino sherry for best results
Express a fresh lemon twist for brightness
Stir thoroughly to achieve proper integration of the sherry
Freeze the serving glass for at least 15 minutes
Variations & Riffs
Classic cocktails inspire countless variations. Here are some popular riffs on the Nome.
Alaska Base
Remove the sherry for the original Alaska cocktail
Changes
Sherry Forward
Increase sherry to 0.75 oz for more nutty complexity
Changes
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