Category: After dinner (digestif)

  • Irish Coffee

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    En värmande och aromatisk kaffedrink

    Irish Coffee

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    Irish Coffee är en klassisk kaffedrink som kombinerar det rika kaffet med den varma smaken av irländsk whiskey och toppas med ett lager grädde. Drinken skapades på 1940-talet av bartendern Joe Sheridan på Shannon Airport i Irland och blev snabbt populär som en uppvärmande dryck för resenärer. Irish Coffee är perfekt för kyliga vinterkvällar eller som en festlig efterrättsdryck.

    • Category: Hot drinks
    • Method: Drinks made with barley
    • Cuisine: Irish drinks

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 40 ml Irish whiskey
    • 120 ml nybryggt kaffe
    • 1 tesked brunt socker (valfritt)
    • 30 ml vispad grädde (för topping)

    Instructions for use

    1. Häll irländsk whiskey och nybryggt kaffe i ett värmetåligt glas.
    2. Rör om tills sockret har löst sig (om du använder socker).
    3. Toppa med ett lager vispad grädde genom att hälla grädden försiktigt över baksidan av en sked så att den flyter på ytan.
    4. Servera direkt och njut!

    Notes

    • Använd färskbryggt kaffe för en bättre smak.
    • Tänk på att använda grädde som inte är för vispad så att den flyter bättre på kaffet.
    • För extra smak kan du prova att tillsätta lite vaniljsocker eller kanel i kaffet.

  • Grasshopper

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    En krämig och mintig dessertcocktail

    Grasshopper

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    Grasshopper är en klassisk dessertcocktail som skapades på 1920-talet och är känd för sin krämiga textur och mintiga smak. Kombinationen av grön crème de menthe, vit crème de cacao och grädde gör denna drink både söt och uppfriskande. Drinken serveras ofta som en efterrätt eller vid festliga tillfällen och är populär för sin lättillgängliga smak och vackra gröna färg.

    • Category: Cocktails Creamy cocktails
    • Method: Shaken cocktails
    • Cuisine: American drinks

    Ingredients

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    • 30 ml grön crème de menthe
    • 30 ml white cocoa cream
    • 30 ml cream
    • Ice cubes

    Instructions for use

    1. Fill a shaker with ice cubes.
    2. Tillsätt grön crème de menthe, vit crème de cacao och grädde.
    3. Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
    4. Strain the drink into a chilled cocktail glass.

    Notes

    • Använd högkvalitativ grädde för en bättre textur och smak.
    • För en extra smakvariation, prova att byta ut grön crème de menthe mot vit för en mildare mintsmak.
    • Servera direkt efter skakning för att behålla den krämiga konsistensen.

  • French Connection

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    A simple and luxurious cognac and amaretto cocktail

    French Connection

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    French Connection is an elegant and simple cocktail that combines cognac and amaretto. Created in the 1970s, it is known for its balanced and rich flavor profile, where the sweet and nutty amaretto liqueur blends with the powerful and complex taste of the cognac. The drink is an excellent choice for those who appreciate spirit-based and sophisticated cocktails.

    • Category: Old-Fashioned-style cocktails
    • Method: Drinks made with barley
    • Cuisine: European drinks

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 30 ml cognac
    • 30 ml amaretto
    • Ice cubes

    Instructions for use

    1. Fill an old-fashioned glass with ice cubes.
    2. Add the cognac and amaretto.
    3. Stir gently to mix the ingredients.
    4. Serve immediately.

    Notes

    • Use a quality cognac for the best taste.
    • Adjust the amount of amaretto to your preference to customize the sweetness.
    • Serve with a large ice cube to avoid the drink becoming too diluted.

  • Bloody Mary

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    A spicy and refreshing brunch classic

    Bloody mary

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    The Bloody Mary is an iconic cocktail said to have been created in Paris during the 1920s by bartender Fernand Petiot. The drink combines vodka, tomato juice and a blend of spices to provide a perfect balance of acidity, spice and sweetness. It is often served as a brunch drink and is known for its refreshing and restorative properties. The Bloody Mary is one of the most versatile cocktails and can be customized with different spices and garnishes.

    • Category: Cocktails Highballs
    • Method: Drinks made with barley
    • Cuisine: American drinks

    Ingredients

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    • 45 ml vodka
    • 90 ml tomato juice
    • 15 ml fresh lemon juice
    • 2–3 splash of Worcestershire sauce
    • A couple of drops of Tabasco (to taste)
    • A pinch of celery salt
    • A pinch of pepper
    • Ice cubes
    • A celery stalk and a lemon wedge for garnish

    Instructions for use

    1. Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
    2. Pour in the vodka, tomato juice and lemon juice.
    3. Add the Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco, celery salt and pepper.
    4. Stir gently to mix the ingredients.
    5. Garnish with a celery stalk and a lemon wedge.

    Notes

    • Adjust the amount of Tabasco and Worcestershire sauce to customize the spiciness.
    • Use fresh tomato juice for a fresher taste.
    • Add a splash of sherry or red wine for an interesting twist.

  • Black Russian

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    A simple and powerful classic

    Black Russian

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    The Black Russian is a timeless cocktail created in 1949 by bartender Gustave Tops at the Hotel Metropole in Brussels. The drink combines vodka and coffee liqueur for a simple but powerful flavor profile. It is perfect as an evening drink and an excellent choice for those who appreciate clean flavors with a hint of sweetness and bitterness.

    • Category: Old-Fashioned-style cocktails
    • Method: Drinks made with barley
    • Cuisine: European drinks

    Ingredients

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    • 50 ml vodka
    • 20 ml coffee liqueur (e.g. Kahlúa)
    • Ice cubes

    Instructions for use

    1. Fill an old-fashioned glass with ice cubes.
    2. Pour in the vodka and coffee liqueur.
    3. Stir gently to mix the ingredients.
    4. Serve immediately.

    Notes

    • Use a quality vodka for the best taste.
    • Adjust the amount of coffee liqueur to adjust the sweetness to taste.
    • Serve with a high-quality ice cube to avoid watering down the drink.

  • Tipperary

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    An elegant and tasty whisky cocktail

    Tipperary

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    The Tipperary is a classic whiskey cocktail that combines Irish whiskey, vermouth and a touch of bitters. The name of the drink comes from a popular Irish song and is a tribute to Irish culture. Tipperary is a sophisticated and balanced drink, perfect for whiskey lovers looking for a drink with deep flavors and a light sweetness. It is an excellent cocktail for after dinner or to enjoy on special occasions.

    • Category: Old-Fashioned-style cocktails
    • Method: Stirred cocktails
    • Cuisine: Irish drinks

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 40 ml Irish whiskey
    • 20 ml sweet vermouth
    • 2 dashes Angostura bitters
    • 1 dash orange bitters (optional)
    • Ice cubes
    • An orange peel for garnish

    Instructions for use

    1. Fill a tube glass with ice cubes.
    2. Add Irish whiskey, sweet vermouth and bitters.
    3. Stir for about 20-30 seconds to cool and mix the ingredients.
    4. Strain the drink into a chilled old-fashioned glass.
    5. Garnish with a twist of orange peel.

    Notes

    • Adjust the amount of sweet vermouth depending on how sweet you want the drink to be.
    • For best results, use a quality Irish whiskey.
    • If you like a more complex flavor, try adding a dash of Peychaud's bitters instead of or along with Angostura.

  • Vieux Carré

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    A complex and sophisticated classic

    Vieux carre

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    The Vieux Carré is a classic cocktail created by Walter Bergeron in the 1930s in New Orleans, at the Hotel Monteleone's Carousel Bar. The name means 'Old Square' and refers to the French Quarter of New Orleans. This drink combines rye whiskey, cognac, sweet vermouth, Benedictine and bitters, resulting in a rich and aromatic cocktail with a perfect balance of spice and sweetness.

    • Category: Old-Fashioned-style cocktails
    • Method: Stirred cocktails
    • Cuisine: American drinks

    Ingredients

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    • 25 ml rye whiskey
    • 25 ml cognac
    • 25 ml sweet vermouth
    • 5 ml Benedictine
    • 2 splash of Peychaud's bitters
    • 2 dash of Angostura bitters
    • Ice cubes
    • A lemon slice or zest for garnish

    Instructions for use

    1. Fill a tube glass with ice cubes.
    2. Add rye whiskey, cognac, sweet vermouth, Benedictine, Peychaud's bitters and Angostura bitters.
    3. Stir gently for about 30 seconds.
    4. Strain the drink into a chilled old-fashioned glass with a large ice cube.
    5. Garnish with a lemon zest.

    Notes

    • Use high-quality rye whiskey and cognac for best results.
    • Adjust the amount of Benedictine to adapt the sweetness to taste.
    • Serve well chilled to bring out the complex flavors of the drink.

  • Stinger

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    A refreshing and minty classic

    Stinger

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    The Stinger is an elegant and simple cocktail that became popular in the early 20th century, especially among the socialites. With a combination of brandy and white crème de menthe, the drink offers a cool and minty flavor profile. The Stinger is perfect as a digestif or to be enjoyed as a light evening drink. Its timeless character makes it a great choice for those who appreciate classic cocktails with a twist.

    • Category: Old-Fashioned-style cocktails
    • Method: Stirred cocktails
    • Cuisine: European drinks

    Ingredients

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    • 50 ml brandy
    • 20 ml white crème de menthe
    • Ice cubes

    Instructions for use

    1. Fill a tube glass with ice cubes.
    2. Add the brandy and white crème de menthe.
    3. Stir gently for about 30 seconds.
    4. Strain the drink into a chilled cocktail glass.

    Notes

    • Use a high-quality brandy to get the best taste.
    • For a more intense mint flavor, increase the amount of crème de menthe slightly.
    • Serve well chilled to bring out the fresh notes of the drink.

  • Sazerac

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    A classic and aromatic whiskey cocktail

    Sazerac

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    The Sazerac is one of the oldest cocktails that originated in New Orleans, Louisiana. Created in the 19th century, the drink is known for its unique combination of rye whiskey (or cognac), absinthe and Peychaud's bitters. The Sazerac pays homage to the city's rich cocktail tradition and is today one of the most iconic American drinks. It is often served in a chilled glass with a twist of lemon, providing a perfect balance of aromas and flavors.

    • Category: Old-Fashioned-style cocktails
    • Method: Stirred cocktails
    • Cuisine: American drinks

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 50 ml rye whiskey or cognac
    • 1 sugar cube
    • 2–3 splash of Peychaud's bitters
    • A dash of absinthe
    • Ice cubes
    • A lemon slice or zest for garnish

    Instructions for use

    1. Cool a lowball glass by swirling absinthe in the glass and throwing away the excess.
    2. In a rocks glass, mash the sugar cube with Peychaud's bitters.
    3. Add the whiskey and ice cubes. Stir gently for about 30 seconds.
    4. Strain the drink into the absinthe-rinsed glass.
    5. Garnish with a lemon zest.

    Notes

    • Use quality rum or cognac for an authentic taste.
    • Add only a small amount of absinthe to get the right aroma and taste.
    • Cool the glass properly for a better experience.

  • Rusty Nail

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    An elegant and whisky-based classic

    Rusty nail

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    The Rusty Nail is a classic cocktail that combines Scotch whisky with the sweeter and herbal Drambuie liqueur. The drink is believed to have been named in the 1950s and quickly became a favorite among whisky lovers. With its rich flavor profile, Rusty Nail is a perfect after-dinner drink, or to enjoy slowly on a cold evening. Easy to mix and incredibly elegant.

    • Category: Old-Fashioned-style cocktails
    • Method: Drinks made with barley
    • Cuisine: European drinks

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 45 ml Scotch whisky
    • 25 ml Drambuie
    • Ice cubes
    • A lemon slice or zest for garnish (optional)

    Instructions for use

    1. Fill an old-fashioned glass with ice cubes.
    2. Pour in the Scotch whisky and Drambuie.
    3. Stir gently to mix the ingredients.
    4. Garnish with a lemon slice or zest if desired.

    Notes

    • Use a quality Scotch whisky to get the best results.
    • Adjust the ratio of whisky to Drambuie to adjust the sweetness to taste.
    • Serve well chilled to bring out the rich notes of the drink.