Journalist CocktailvsWhite Lady

Which one fits your taste?

Journalist Cocktail

A layered, complex classic combining gin with both vermouths, triple sec, lime, and bitters.

White Lady

A sleek, tart gin sour built with orange liqueur and fresh lemon, shaken to a silky finish.

Journalist Cocktail
White Lady
Base
gin
gin
Glassware
Coupe
Coupe
Flavor Notes
sour, bitter, strong
sour, strong
Strong?

Which should you pick?

Pick the Journalist Cocktail if you want something bitter and complex. Go with the White Lady if you'd rather have something cleaner and less bitter. Both are bright and citrus-forward and boozy and spirit-forward, so if you enjoy one you'll likely appreciate the other.