Category: Sour

  • Last Word

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    A complex and balanced classic

    Last word

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    Last Word is a unique and well-balanced cocktail with a history dating back to the 1920s. It was created at the Detroit Athletic Club and became famous for its unusual combination of gin, maraschino liqueur, green Chartreuse and lime juice. The drink fell into obscurity after Prohibition but was rediscovered in the 2000s and is now a favorite among cocktail enthusiasts. Last Word is perfect for those who appreciate complexity and a subtle balance between sweet, sour and herbal.

    • Type of drink: Cocktails Sour drinks
    • Metod: Shaken cocktails
    • Origin: American drinks

    Ingredients

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    • 25 ml gin
    • 25 ml Green Chartreuse
    • 25 ml maraschino liqueur
    • 25 ml fresh lime juice
    • Ice cubes

    Instructions

    1. Fill a shaker with ice cubes.
    2. Add the gin, green Chartreuse, maraschino liqueur and lime juice.
    3. Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
    4. Strain the drink into a chilled cocktail glass.

    Pro tips

    • Use fresh lime juice for a fresher and more balanced taste.
    • Adjust the proportions to your own taste to highlight a specific ingredient.
    • Serve well chilled to bring out the complex flavor profile of the drink.

  • Daiquiri

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    A classic and refreshing rum cocktail

    Daiquiri

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    The Daiquiri is an iconic cocktail of Cuban origin created in the late 19th century. It is said to have been invented by an American engineer, Jennings Cox, who worked in the town of Daiquiri in Cuba. The combination of light rum, fresh lime juice and syrup creates a simple but perfect balance of tartness and sweetness. The drink became particularly popular during the 1940s and is a timeless favorite suitable for any occasion. The Daiquiri is a staple cocktail in the world of mixology and a celebration of simplicity and flavor.

    • Type of drink: Cocktails Sour drinks
    • Metod: Shaken cocktails
    • Origin: Caribbean drinks

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 45 ml light rum
    • 25 ml fresh lime juice
    • 15 ml syrup
    • Ice cubes
    • A lime wedge for garnish (optional)

    Instructions

    1. Choose a chilled cocktail glass for serving.
    2. Fill a shaker with ice cubes, light rum, lime juice and sugar syrup.
    3. Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
    4. Strain the drink into the chilled glass.
    5. Garnish with a lime wedge if desired.

    Pro tips

    • Use freshly squeezed lime juice for best flavor.
    • Try using different syrups, like honey syrup, to vary the taste.
    • Serve well chilled to bring out the freshness of the drink.

  • Clover Club

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    A fruity and smooth classic

    Clover club

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    The Clover Club is an elegant cocktail dating back to the early 1900s, named after a gentlemen's club in Philadelphia. The drink is known for its beautiful pink color and velvety texture, created through the use of egg whites. The combination of gin, raspberry syrup, fresh lemon juice and egg white creates a balanced and fresh flavor profile that is both tart and sweet. Clover Club is a timeless cocktail that is perfect for special occasions or as a stylish pre-dinner drink.

    • Type of drink: Cocktails Sour drinks
    • Metod: Shaken cocktails
    • Origin: American drinks

    Ingredients

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    • 45 ml gin
    • 15 ml raspberry syrup
    • 15 ml fresh lemon juice
    • 10 ml sugar syrup (optional)
    • 1 egg white
    • Ice cubes
    • A fresh raspberry for garnish

    Instructions

    1. Choose a chilled cocktail glass for serving.
    2. Add the gin, raspberry syrup, lemon juice, syrup and egg white to a dry shaker.
    3. Shake vigorously for about 10 seconds to emulsify the egg white.
    4. Add ice to the shaker and shake again for 10-15 seconds.
    5. Strain the drink into the chilled glass.
    6. Garnish with a fresh raspberry.

    Pro tips

    • Use fresh raspberries to make your own raspberry syrup for the best flavor.
    • Shake without ice first (dry shake) to create a rich foam from the egg white.
    • Serve well chilled to bring out the freshness of the drink.

  • Casino

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    A classic and elegant gin cocktail

    Casino

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    The Casino is a classic cocktail that dates back to the early 1900s and was first documented in 'The Savoy Cocktail Book' by Harry Craddock. With a base of gin and maraschino liqueur, combined with orange liqueur and a tart twist of lemon juice, the Casino is both sophisticated and refreshing. This drink is a great choice for those who appreciate the balance of sweetness and acidity, along with a hint of bitterness from orange.

    • Type of drink: Cocktails Sour drinks
    • Metod: Shaken cocktails
    • Origin: European drinks

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 45 ml gin
    • 10 ml maraschino liqueur
    • 10 ml orange liqueur (e.g. triple sec)
    • 15 ml fresh lemon juice
    • 1 dash of orange bitters
    • Ice cubes
    • A slice of lemon or cherry for garnish

    Instructions

    1. Choose a chilled cocktail glass for serving.
    2. Fill a shaker with ice cubes, gin, maraschino liqueur, orange liqueur, lemon juice and orange bitters.
    3. Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
    4. Strain the drink into the chilled glass.
    5. Garnish with a slice of lemon or cherry.

    Pro tips

    • Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for a fresher taste.
    • For best results, choose a quality gin that enhances the botanical notes.
    • Serve well chilled to bring out the sweet and sour character of the drink.

  • Brandy Crusta

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    An elegant and classic cocktail

    Brandy Crusta

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    The Brandy Crusta is one of the earliest known cocktails and is considered a precursor to both the Sidecar and the Margarita. It was created by Joseph Santini in New Orleans during the 1850s. The drink's name comes from the characteristic sugared rim ('crusta') on the glass. The combination of brandy, maraschino liqueur, triple sec, fresh lemon juice, and a hint of angostura bitters creates a complex and balanced flavor profile. Brandy Crusta is both beautiful and flavorful, perfect for those who appreciate historical and sophisticated drinks.

    • Type of drink: Cocktails Sour drinks
    • Metod: Shaken cocktails
    • Origin: American drinks

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 45 ml brandy
    • 10 ml maraschino liqueur
    • 10 ml triple dry
    • 15 ml fresh lemon juice
    • 2 dash of angostura bitter
    • Ice cubes
    • Sugar to the rim of the glass
    • A spiral of lemon peel for garnish

    Instructions

    1. Prepare the glass by dipping the rim in lemon juice and then in sugar to create a 'crusta'.
    2. Fill a shaker with ice cubes, brandy, maraschino liqueur, triple sec, lemon juice and angostura bitters.
    3. Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
    4. Strain the drink into the sugared glass.
    5. Garnish with a long spiral of lemon peel hanging along the inside of the glass.

    Pro tips

    • Use a high-quality brandy to lift the flavors.
    • Make sure that the sugar rim of the glass is even for a neat presentation.
    • Serve well chilled to bring out the complex flavors of the drink.

  • Between the Sheets

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    A sophisticated and elegant cocktail

    Between the sheets

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    Between the Sheets is a classic cocktail said to have been created in the 1920s at the Hôtel Ritz in Paris. It is a variation of the Sidecar, but with a twist: the addition of light rum gives the drink a smoother and more complex character. The combination of cognac, light rum, triple sec and freshly squeezed lemon juice creates a balanced flavor profile that is both tart and sweet. This drink is perfect for those who appreciate sophisticated flavors and a hint of strength.

    • Type of drink: Cocktails Sour drinks
    • Metod: Shaken cocktails
    • Origin: European drinks

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 30 ml cognac
    • 30 ml light rum
    • 20 ml triple dry
    • 15 ml fresh lemon juice
    • Ice cubes

    Instructions

    1. Choose a chilled cocktail glass for serving.
    2. Fill a shaker with ice cubes, cognac, light rum, triple sec and lemon juice.
    3. Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
    4. Strain the drink into the chilled glass.

    Pro tips

    • Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for a fresher taste.
    • Try a dark rum for a deeper flavor profile.
    • Serve with a thin slice of lemon as a garnish for an elegant presentation.

  • Aviation

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    An elegant and floral cocktail

    Aviation

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    Aviation is a classic cocktail created in the early 20th century and made particularly famous by 'Recipes for Mixed Drinks' by Hugo Ensslin in 1916. The drink is a tribute to the rise of aviation and has a unique blue-purple hue, which comes from the unusual ingredient crème de violette. The combination of gin, maraschino liqueur, fresh lemon juice and crème de violette gives a distinctive floral and tart flavor profile. Aviation is an elegant and sophisticated cocktail that has become a favorite among connoisseurs and a symbol of the early days of mixology.

    • Type of drink: Cocktails Sour drinks
    • Metod: Shaken cocktails
    • Origin: European drinks

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 45 ml gin
    • 15 ml maraschino liqueur
    • 15 ml fresh lemon juice
    • 10 ml crème de violette (optional)
    • Ice cubes
    • A cherry for garnish

    Instructions

    1. Choose a chilled cocktail glass for serving.
    2. Fill a shaker with ice cubes, gin, maraschino liqueur, lemon juice and crème de violette.
    3. Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
    4. Strain the drink into the chilled glass.
    5. Garnish with a cherry.

    Pro tips

    • Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for best flavor.
    • If you don't have crème de violette, the drink can be made without, but you will lose the characteristic color.
    • Serve well chilled to bring out the floral notes.