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Hard to spell but easy to drink, the Chrysanthemum falls into the category of lesser-known classics—still held in good regard, but not often invited to the party.

Stir all of the ingredients in a mixing glass with ice until chilled. Strain into a chilled glass and garnish.

From Death & Co.

Shake over ice and strain into flute. Top with champagne. No garnish.

From Death & Co

Stir over ice, strain into coupe, garnish with lemon twist.

From Death & Co.

Shake with ice and strain into flute. Top with champagne and garnish with orange twist.

When developing this cocktail, I tried to imagine something Cary Grant would drink at the Plaza Hotel.

Shake all the ingredients (except the champagne) with ice, then strain into a flute. Top with champagne. No garnish.