Better than the martini? Rolls Royce vs Ford

[@AndersErickson]

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[@AlonzoTheArmless]

YES! I'd love your take on my favorite cocktail of them all.

[@DavidRamseyIII]

Yes please. A well made (bars seem to find this too much of a challenge) 2:1 martini is the greatest cocktail of all time. I could drink them every day for the rest of my life. In fact, I will. Would love to see your video on it

[@willismason6447]

Just tried the Rolls Royce cocktail. Love it. Nice rich cocktail.

[@medicus5565]

My favorite is a dirty, dry vodka martini. Thoughts?

[@pedalflix]

I've long thought you would slay a Vesper explanation and history. That's been one of my favorites but it is misunderstood mainly due to spirit/vermouth recipe changes (Gordon's, Lillet) etc.

[@als.2983]

Anders at his best ... shows us some under-the-radar, tasty cocktails we should be drinking. Everyone needs a few Martini riffs so they can assemble a short list of go-to tipples when the clock is ticking on an open bottle of 375ml vermouth.

[@AndersErickson]

Absolutely! Hate to see good vermouth go bad - Cheers! 🍸

[@davidgarcia9308]

A friend recently told me that she has started to have a "happy hour" at home every Friday after work, seeing these drinks has me wanting to do the same!

[@LexLuthor1234]

375, in Denmark they are 750, that is a Lot of martinis to drink 😄 serious question though, circa how long will an open bottle of vermouth endure in the fridge?

[@adamlindsley1143]

Just wanted to say I am amazed by how much better your videos are than *any* other cocktail channel on KZbin, including those with several multiples higher subscribers. Not to knock any of them--plenty of them are very good and are worth watching--but your channel's combination of laid-back attitude, restrained (i.e. not over the top) goofiness, deep experience and skill, excellent audio and video quality, and a sense of openness and kindness really puts you head and shoulders above everyone else doing this. I wish you both all the success in the world with this endeavor. And thank you so much for all the amazing advice you've given me on making better cocktails!

[@AndersErickson]

Thanks Adam!

[@Alvio64]

You simultaneously make me want to open a cocktail bar and realise that I don't know anywhere near enough about cocktails. Every video is a lesson and I love making these drinks. Thanks Anders

[@patsy9761]

I love that you say to keep vermouth in the fridge, as soon as I found that out awhile back I started doing that at work and it helps a lot! My boss was like "why do you put vermouth in the fridge? This is the only place I've worked that does that." And I'm like "Because that's what your supposed to do!" This is at a country club too lol

[@baloneyandfunk5234]

For the Ford, I did a white Lillet and it was delicious - not a bad sub if you don't have that particular Dolin.

[@daphneboon8547]

Please create a cocktail book of your own. I LOVE your cocktail sips, tips, and recipes..hehehehe!!! Oh, and Curiada is amazing to work with. Thanks for turning me on to them.

[@darrenflavelle1845]

Highly recommend getting a wine vacuum sealer for your vermouth. Oxidization is your enemy and being able to open a bottle, use it, and then seal it back up without any air will keep your vermouth lasting longer and tasting better, and will help you keep making higher quality drinks.

[@leoschultz9046]

Something I learned from a book called Just Cocktails, is that dashes of liqueurs were different from dashes of bitters, and was done with something closer to a speed pour than a dasher. A modern dash is often cited at about an 1/8th of a teaspoon, where as the ones for Luxardo of Benedictine in those old recipes were closer to 1/3rd of a teaspoon. Those kinds of measurements made a lot more sense to me when I looked at a lot of pre-prohibition cocktails.

[@chrisdayton1937]

Love your channel. I'm a total amateur cocktail maker but I'm learning. My drinks have improved dramatically since finding your channel. 1. martini video? Yes please!! I wasn't crazy about martinis but have been scaling down the dry vermouth and its becoming my favorite. 2. More Az!! She's great. Her facial expressions are fantastic. She really needs her own channel just talking about anything really. You two are great. Thanks!

[@zachsheldon4296]

Have you done a tutorial anywhere of how you cut your garnishes like that? Love the video, thanks!

[@AndersErickson]

I got you, Zach: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z6u2ZZJ-aLmVgrc Cheers!

[@rebeccamundahl]

I love these videos for the content, quality and accents! I'm from Minnesota (scandi living away from the midwest) and both you and Az have the strongest midwestern accents! Super appreciate the quality educational content, amazing camera skills, and super reminder of home.

[@evsanger]

The Anders Erickson Martini Video is one of my most anticipated videos and I am very here for it

[@levonhovhannisyan2181]

Hey Anders, Thanks a lot for your content 🙏 In case you decide to make another episode of subscriber's cocktails, here's one by me. Story (just didn't have triple sec at home, so decided to create my own Margarita 😂) Limoncello Margarita by Levon 60ml - tequila reposado 20ml - lime juice 20ml - limoncello 5ml - agave syrup 2 dashes orange bitters Shake it and serve in a rocks glass over ice.

[@boydwilsonshepherd]

Anders... Outstanding as usual. Not having the components at home, I took your recipe for The Ford, The Rolls Royce, and my wife's favorite, The Classic White Lady, to a restaurant bar here in Houston, and they did us the honor of happily making all three. It was our first taste of the The Ford and The Rolls Royce. Both are amazing, and although I plan to make both often, I will be having The Ford the most - it is simply superb. Thanks for these recipes.

[@blackimp]

I was surprised by your Ford recipe, since I got mine from the Dead Rabbit and its a little different. Since this recipe is one of my favorite cocktails of all time, I highly recommend you to try it (and ofc make a comparison video ;)). Here are the specs: 1,5oz. Dry Gin (Tanqueray) 1,5oz. Dolin Blanc 0,5oz. Maraschino 3 Dashes Orange Bitters 5 Dashes Absinth Mixing: Stirred Glas: Coupe Garnish: Orange peel This is what a real cocktail is about: booze and bitters. Learn it, love it, live it.

[@lyanderthreinen6937]

love the content, i was wondering if you could showcase some drinks using a rose flavour I think that would be very interesting

[@ra102506]

Hey Anders! We made both the cocktails, first round was exactly your recipes using Bombay Sapphire. Second round, I went with #3 gin, reduced the Dolin to 1/2 oz and left everything else the same. Tina liked the Rolls Royce better w the 1:1 Bombay gin:vermouth ratio, but the Ford with the 1:1/3rd #3 gin:vermouth. I liked the opposite, enjoying the #3 Rolls Royce. So the learning here is - better gin, better drink, and less vermouth let’s the gin shine! Keep em coming!

[@simohamedmoutchou8638]

I'm a new bartender..n I'm learning a lot from u man ....thank you 🙏

[@robertgrenader858]

Anders, my man, you did it again. This is a pair of truly delicious cocktails.

[@TravellerRDS]

I'm not a fan of the traditional Dry Martini. However, these 2 drinks are looking much more promising. I never had Benedictine, so couldn't try them. What I could try and liked very much is a subfamily of Martinis made with dry gin, dry vermouth, maraschino liqueur and absinthe (dash/rinse): Moonshine Martini, Turf Club, Tuxedo 1 and 2. They all have the above ingredients, only in different proportions (I've listed them from sweeter to dryer). It would be fantastic if you could do a head to head comparison between them. Cheers and keep up the good work!

[@patressakearns4290]

I'm sipping a Ford right now as I write this. Excellent, über-refreshing tipple! I had seen the Ford in Ted Haigh's book (I've got both the original and revised versions), but hadn't paid much attention to it. I made mine with Ransom Old Tom. I always learn something new and fun on your channel, Anders. Thanks, and you and Az keep up the good work!

[@jonathanthomas8736]

+++ on Haigh's book. It's fantastic and took me from idly fiddling with the Anvil 100 to deep diving into classic cocktails for three years.

[@RomanBeschastnykh]

Just continued my random journey and after Ward Eight tried these. Enjoyed a lot! What a taste, really! Cheers!🍸

[@RichardLightburn]

Hmmm...tasty I enjoy Anders' expertise and I trust Oz's reactions

[@destinyshelton3602]

Your channel has helped me perfect my craft more than any other channel-- apart from Bar Rescue lmao-- and i cant thank you enough. You make me want to pass on all your sips and tips! Keep up the awesome content.

[@loganschmidt1118]

I'd love a video on all your recommended bar books: not only cocktail recipes but history, techniques, etc.! A bit of a different video but could be very informational

[@tzor]

So, literally two years later I find this video (and it's not like I haven't been looking at your videos, it's just KZbin's algorithm). This is brilliant (and I happen to have a bottle of Bénédictine just because). Going to try the Ford.

[@Tussius]

Love the storytelling. Will get my favorite bartender to make me these tonight. Also; your wife levels up your videos.

[@Cremantus]

Running the show double-handed always impresses me... thumbs up, bro.

[@YahkoKun]

I dont have Benedictine so I used Cynar for the Ford recipe and it turned quite interesting. Has the sweetness and the herbal flavours, turned extremely dry though (not sure how it suppose to be with Bene)

[@monicamarchenag3227]

Thank you so much for the martini video. My husband is my personal bartender, and I can't wait to send him this video. I love love gin, and was wondering if you have any tonic recipes. Again thanks!!!

[@johnmilligan1929]

Thanks Anders, I will make tonight when I get home

[@AndersErickson]

Good way to start the weekend - Cheers! 🍸

[@polishprince7219]

the side by sides are my favourite!

[@MichaelDinsmore]

I’ve been watching a ton of your videos - I enjoy the content, and the drinks always look awesome. I keep telling myself I’ll try making one some weekend, but that hasn’t happened yet. This weekend, my mission will be to make the Ford cocktail and see how it tastes. Looks right up my alley!

[@muscle162]

Always inspiring great new ideas for my cocktails Thanks to you both!

[@slush714]

This is one I've got all the ingredients for! Gonna put them side by side this weekend!

[@Nicky68Y]

A GONNA TRY!!!! Discovered my physical therapist, long story after my recent ski trip....., is also into GIN so I'll pass to her as well!! Cheers!!!

[@freyatilly]

I hit the like button. Did I do good? So gonna try this easy mixer. Thanks for summertime fun-tails.

[@EricAAnderson]

I appreciate this channel. Can’t wait to try these both.

[@ericsloop6063]

Hi Anders, actually, I prefer the '57 Chevy cocktail 😂 .. but both of these look really tasty

[@MrWhangdoodles]

I had a couple friends over and most of them liked the Rolls Royce most. Might have been the name though. Great video Anders and a friend of mine who loves Martini variations will love both of these, thank you!

[@grouse5300]

I love the videos. Poignant stories, excellent, excellent videography, great tips...simply the best in class. The only draw back is I've massively gone over my liquor budget.

[@AndersErickson]

Thanks so much! Completely understand regarding budget. Got a vid coming up touching on that - stay tuned!

[@Serious_Drinking]

Thanks for the Ford cocktail. Have all ingredients at home and just trying it. While I would still prefer a dry Martini it’s a nice twist on it.

[@ronniesuburban]

LOVED the cameo of the outstanding Scofflaw Old Tom, and the Martin Miller's is another favorite. Did Az plan to be color coordinated with the cocktails or was that just a happy coincidence? Top-notch video, as always. Thanks, for the great cocktails and content!

[@AndersErickson]

Thanks, Ronnie! Az always knows the right thing to wear - or did I coordinate the cocktails to her? 🤯

[@jianweidesmondlim4424]

Thank you for the great quality content as always! Learning how to make cocktails all the way here in Singapore, and I really appreciate the thought put into your videos

[@chrisclark9209]

Now I have a use for my Benedictine besides Vieux Carrés. I my serve these in my Nick and Nora glasses, though.

[@excalibur7185]

And just like that the linked coupe glasses are out of stock at the Amazon link.

[@AndersErickson]

Just updated the link - hope it helps!

[@readesmith7687]

Oh my GOG this is incredible! The Ford that is. I haven’t tried the RR!

[@ChrisSiler-x2j]

I first discovered the Rolls Royce martini over 20 years ago. But never the Ford. I must take the day off from work now and indulge my senses with both. Thanks for the video!

[@richmosley2519]

I like those coupes a lot. They've been out of stock on Amazon for quite some time, but it looks like there are some alternatives, which is nice. (And of course I am going to make both of those cocktails this weekend; I just need some dry vermouth...)

[@markevans506]

A request if I may. I had a cocktail once called a Bluetail Fly, it was amazing. Creamy and came with an umbrella! Have you heard of it and could you make it, I recall it was made with Blue Curaçao possibly?

[@giselaschmoll1955]

We did the side by side. They are similar, but I prefer the Rolls Royce. It’s a little less sweet and more gin forward. How about doing a Vesper next time.

[@stevengonzalez3428]

I watch your videos everyday too help me grow as a Bartneder!! I’m super excited.. thank you for the awesome resource.. once I have money I’m funneling money too you and your ideas

[@AndersErickson]

Love to hear you're growing as a bartender - and happy the channel can help! Thanks for the support! Happy mixing!

[@pokerpokerfla]

I love watching your channel and I don't even really drink cocktails. Cheers.

[@antonmoss1306]

Hejsan! You really got me into benedictine, thank you for that! If you are making the dry martini sometime in the future, i would line to know your take on choice of gin, i tried gin mare (instead of the usual beefeater/bombay/gordon etc) and found a new dimension of martinis, so with that in mind, there are probably more to learn, and im guessing you have a deeper knowledge there and would love your taka on it.

[@Alexander-dt8sk]

You two are great!

[@russellmcdaniel6799]

truly enjoy being introduced to these classic cocktails via your channel. You have the best breakdowns. Alice 's reactions are always great as well.

[@dimitarapostolov9788]

I absolutely love Benedictine and now my mind is blown - never thought I should try it in a Martini, a cocktail that I can't seem to "get". I am trying the Ford today! Also, still waiting on the Martini episode, can't wait to see you teach us your way of doing it! Cheers Anders and Az, have a nice one! 🥂☀️

[@AndersErickson]

Thanks, Dimitar! It's such a great addition in both these cocktails - hope you love the Ford as much as I do! Cheers!

[@AlonzoTheArmless]

@@AndersErickson My bottle of Benedictine is almost gone and we only bought it a couple months ago. And that's mostly due to your La Louisiana recipes.

[@ChappysTikiBar]

looks amazing 🍸🍸

[@AlonzoTheArmless]

Ohhhhh This martini drinker making one or both of these tonight. Thanks for sharing these recipes.

[@AndersErickson]

Hope you enjoy them both! Cheers! 🍸

[@AlonzoTheArmless]

@@AndersErickson SPOILERS: The Rolls Royce sounds better, but after watching you and Az sample and rate them, maybe I'll like the Ford more.

[@AlonzoTheArmless]

@@AndersErickson I just made a Rolls Royce. Very different from my usual dry martini, but very delicious indeed.

[@AlonzoTheArmless]

@@AndersErickson And now I'm enjoying the Ford. Also delicious. I think I like the Ford a little more, although I'll be making both of these in the future.

[@alfredanheier4779]

I've learned about the Rolls Royce in the third volume of the Red Sparrow trilogy and made it part of my house cocktail lineup. Good stuff.

[@GabrielLerma1029]

Guilty AF of loving an Anders video and not liking it 😩. Thanks for the reminder!

[@jonathanthomas8736]

You know, it'd be cool if you dove into Dr. Cocktail's book and put some of the hard to find stuff - wood aged peach brandy, torani amour, tonicola - on your curiada...

[@robertocalderonabogado1427]

For Vermouth you should try Carpano.

[@ronmooney6074]

Off the wall idea, my dentist (don't give up on me, just keep reading) has Bon Appetit videos playing in a loop and I love that because I like cooking new things and variety. Wouldn't be cool if cocktail bars had AE videos playing somewhere in the room to inspire customers to try new drinks?

[@sibergirl]

I watched this and made the Ford cocktail. I Flippin love it.

[@michaelludes7488]

Ford is a new go-to for me! Thanks Anders. Love the videos

[@mikepalic2489]

No shout out to NorthShore Distillery for the Gin? It’s an amazing place!

[@tonched]

Finally got around to the Ford. So great, thanks

[@benrivard4002]

This is easily my favorite KZbin channel. Great work, Anders! I'd love a martini video. Also, it would be interesting for you to talk about what it means to "bruise" gin. Is that a myth or a legit thing? I've heard you shouldn't shake cocktails that only use spirits but you have the famous line "shaken not stirred" from James Bond. It seems that if you make a dirty martini then shaking might help incorporate the olive juice. Otherwise, just stir. I really don't know. Another question is what type of gin works best in a martini? Do you prefer a dry or botanical gin? I love martinis and I'd love to hear your take on them.

[@AndersErickson]

You bring up a lot of great points. A lot to consider when it comes to the martini. Happy to see some interest on the topic - it'll be a fun video! Cheers!

[@AlonzoTheArmless]

​@@AndersErickson Have you ever used Mattei Cap Corse Quinquina instead of dry vermouth?

[@TheOpus528]

They’re similar, yea but they’re different. This is priceless commentary.

[@kevinashworth6256]

I love experimenting with martinis and this video came at just the right time - SPRING BREAK! To the bar!

[@donwasinger6654]

Another one (2!) I’ll have to try

[@tolgabarlak6654]

Hi Anders, at the moment I only have beefeater, Gordon, and Bombay Sapphire gin. Which one would you use as a substitute for those two cocktails? Thanks in advance

[@CW4PWR]

Did or could you make a video for wedding cocktails? If you had a wedding coming up, what would you make?

[@ianwright3831]

Going out for dinner tomorrow night to a place that has a prett decent cocktail bar. If they have benedictine I'm going to order one of these

[@ianwright3831]

Reporting back. They didn't have old tom gin so I went with the rolls.royce. I liked it but I didn't think it was all that much different from the perfect martini my fiance had in terms of flavour, maybe the red vermouth they used was particularly sweet but there was definitely a richness added to my drink.

[@ErikaPaolaTieneSed]

Love the video but have a question: What is the difference between the Ford Cocktail and the Poet's Dream? Thanks for amazing content!!!

[@tcwarnaar]

I did NOT know vermouth should be kept refrigerated. Thanks for that! I only found out now that it even says it on the bottle in a font size for ants.. another lesson learned!

[@htxmatt]

Hey Anders, what do you think of this: 1 part each Cynar, Kahlua, Dolin Rouge over crushed ice, top with diet coke. I usually do about an ounce each and start with half a can but I top it off as I drink for different feels. Is there a name for this style of drink? Is there a name for the drink before the coke? I've been trying different Coca Cola drinks recently, (really liked Averna and Coke), and I came across this combo and it's been my favorite for a while.

[@TheHomeBartenderwithAnn]

I love the Forgotten Cocktail book. I made a parody video last April Fools of Vino last year. In that video I made the Park Avenue cocktail from this very book. This was a fun cocktail. You two are on point together! Cheers!

[@AndersErickson]

Thanks, Ann! I remember your April Fools video - you're Vino impression was spot on! 😂

[@TheHomeBartenderwithAnn]

@@AndersErickson I gotta do another one. I won an award from Vino for that yuh know! Lol! Never actually got my award…. 🤔 But what can you do. Just to win was enough! Lol! Mahalo Anders!

[@garyhovey9305]

Fun episode!

[@soundhealingbygene]

so many cocktails i want to try

[@kosmik1]

Thank you good sir, just stumbled upon this video, I love gin and just discovered Benedictine. 👐🏻

[@DonGebhardRealtor]

New to the channel...Oz, nice 💎 (rock) on your ring finger...!

[@readesmith7687]

I cannot believe I didn’t know about the Ford, being a lifelong Detroiter! Looks great and I just bought a new bottle of Benedictine!

[@jonbuckley3175]

What bar do you work at? I’m going to Chicago for my Bach party in July!!!

[@buyobuyo1]

Would it make a big difference in the Ford cocktail to use a London Dry Gin instead of Old Tom Gin? I haven't been able to find anything but London Dry gin locally, and I can't order alcohol for delivery in my state.

[@dwathey1]

Hey Anders, I'd like to try making The Ford, but where I live in the Caribbean there are no Old Tom Gins available. What are some possible gins I might be able to use? Closest I've been able to find is a Tanqueray Malacca.

[@dameonerichathway2298]

Holy shit! Is that a Lovecraft tattoo on your arm? We must know!!

[@davidklinger6105]

You two just keep getting better and better. Thanks for the great content.

[@AndersErickson]

Thanks, David! Appreciate that - enjoy your weekend!

[@BeedeeEx]

More great options to try and compare this weekend! Love the comparison videos…they’re like a two for one! Thanks Anders!

[@BeedeeEx]

Tried last week and the Ford was the big winner for us. Both great tho.

[@schantzee5733]

"...but I'm not, this is a cocktail channel" had me bust out laughing for some reason

[@colinward7907]

I saw this video when it first came out, and thought these drinks looked delicious but didnt have any of the ingredients to make them. Now, nearly a year later I came across the video again, and now I actually have the ingredients. So I guess I know what Im making tonight :D

[@jeanli]

Hey Anders! When you DO make the martini video, could you please explain the different Variations? I know there are words for like 50 Gin 50% Vermouth etc. and I would love to learn them!

[@KevinHunt1120]

Another brilliant video and I think at some type of anniversary, you should make a whole video of Az's facial reactions to tasting cocktails. It could win an Oscar. You guys are the best ...

[@lordsauron3979]

Haha, yep, Az has some funny moments!

[@mistersatansir]

Yes - an Az reaction mashup would be so excellent.

[@vVvunderground]

Would Martin Mossi rosso work vermouth wise? Or are you dead set on Dolin. Also, have you ever tried Greenhook Ginsmiths old Tom and if so what are your thoughts?

[@krispendleton]

Anders I'm curious about the reason for doubling the vermouth in the Rolls from the Savoy recipe. Doesnt that make it more wet?

[@alanhenning3052]

I just tried a French martini It was excellent

[@jschoenack]

To the bar!