French Exit

Preparation

Combine ingredients in a mixing glass with ice and stir until chilled.

Glass
Nick & Nora Glass
Ice
None

The French Exit is a study in citrus refinement, layering grapefruit and bergamot against a dry gin backbone softened by Lillet's subtle wine notes. A whisper of absinthe on the glass adds an herbal undercurrent without overwhelming the drink's bright, aromatic character. The unexpected olive garnish pulls everything toward the savory, grounding what might otherwise float away on its own elegance.