Precursory Cocktail

This low-ABV cocktail does something very cool: It gives you the complexity of a boozy cocktail without the big hit of alcohol. How? Tawny port adds notes of dried fruit and a smoldering, almost leathery aroma. The vermouth brings a subtle sweetness and a hint of spice, and the absence of simple syrup — along with a squeeze of lemon juice — makes it feel all grown-up and polished.