Category: Pre-drinks (aperitif)

  • Three Dots and a Dash

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    An exotic and tropical tiki cocktail

    Three Dots and a Dash

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    The Three Dots and a Dash is a classic tiki cocktail created by bartender Donn Beach (aka Don the Beachcomber) in the 1940s. It is a combination of rum, fruit juices and spices, and the drink quickly became popular in tiki bars around the world. The name 'Three Dots and a Dash' refers to the Morse code for the letter 'V', which stands for 'victory', reflecting the festive and triumphant nature of the drink. With its blend of rich flavors and exotic ingredients, this drink is a favorite for tiki lovers.

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

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 45 ml dark rum
    • 15 ml light rum
    • 15 ml honey syrup
    • 15 ml lime juice
    • 30 ml pineapple juice
    • 1 dash Angostura bitters
    • Ice cubes
    • A slice of pineapple and a cherry for garnish

    Instructions

    1. Fill a shaker with ice cubes.
    2. Add both dark and light rum, honey syrup, lime juice, pineapple juice and Angostura bitters.
    3. Shake vigorously for about 10-15 seconds.
    4. Strain the drink into a chilled cocktail glass.
    5. Garnish with a slice of pineapple and a cherry.

    Pro tips

    • Adjust the amount of honey syrup to suit your desired sweetness.
    • For a more intense flavor, use a high-quality dark rum.
    • For an extra festive touch, serve with a small umbrella or extra decoration.

  • Suffering Bastard

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    A spicy and fruity tiki cocktail

    Suffering Bastard

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    The Suffering Bastard is a tiki cocktail created in the 1940s at Shepheard's Hotel in Cairo, Egypt, during World War II. The drink quickly became popular with soldiers stationed in the region, and its unique flavor profile has kept it popular ever since. Suffering Bastard combines gin, brandy, lime juice, ginger beer and bitters for a drink that is spicy, tart and slightly sweet. It's a perfect balance of strength and freshness, and it's particularly good as a refreshing cocktail for festive occasions.

    • Type of drink: Cocktails Highballs
    • Metod: Drinks made with barley
    • Origin: Caribbean drinks

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 25 ml gin
    • 25 ml brandy
    • 15 ml lime juice
    • 90 ml ginger beer
    • 2 dashes Angostura bitters
    • Ice cubes
    • A lime wedge or mint sprig for garnish

    Instructions

    1. Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
    2. Add the gin, brandy, lime juice and bitters.
    3. Top with ginger beer.
    4. Stir to mix the ingredients.
    5. Garnish with a lime wedge or a mint sprig.

    Pro tips

    • Adjust the amount of ginger beer depending on how spicy you want the drink to be.
    • For best flavor, use fresh lime juice instead of packaged.
    • Feel free to add an extra dash of bitters for a more complex flavor.

  • Aperol spritz

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    A refreshing and bubbly Italian cocktail

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    The Spritz is a classic Italian cocktail that has become internationally popular for its fresh and refreshing taste. It combines prosecco, Aperol and soda to create a light and bubbly drink that is perfect as an aperitif. Known for its balance of sweetness and bitterness, the Spritz has a distinctive orange color that makes it both beautiful and inviting. It's often served with a slice of orange to accentuate the fruity flavor.

    • Type of drink: Cocktails Fizz drinks
    • Metod: Drinks made with barley
    • Origin: Italian drinks

    Ingredients

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    • 50 ml Aperol
    • 100 ml prosecco
    • 30 ml soda or carbonated water
    • Ice cubes
    • A slice of orange for garnish

    Instructions

    1. Fill a glass with ice cubes.
    2. Add Aperol, prosecco and soda or sparkling water.
    3. Stir to mix the ingredients.
    4. Garnish with a slice of orange.

    Pro tips

    • For best results, use a dry prosecco to avoid making the drink too sweet.
    • If you prefer a more bitter taste, adjust the amount of Aperol.
    • For an extra bubbly drink, use a quality prosecco.

  • Spicy Fifty

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    A spicy and fruity cocktail

    Spicy Fifty

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    The Spicy Fifty is a modern and exotic cocktail that combines the fruity taste of pineapple with the hot spiciness of chili, creating a unique and refreshing drink. Known for its balanced blend of sweet, sour and spicy, it's perfect for those who want something with a little more kick. Spicy Fifty is great for hot summer days or festive occasions when you want to surprise your guests with something different.

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

    Ingredients

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    • 50 ml tequila
    • 30 ml pineapple juice
    • 20 ml lime juice
    • 10 ml agave syrup
    • 1-2 slices of chili (for spiciness)
    • Ice cubes
    • A lime wedge and a chili slice for garnish

    Instructions

    1. Fill a shaker with ice cubes.
    2. Add the tequila, pineapple juice, lime juice, agave syrup and chili.
    3. Gently dredge the chili slices to release their heat.
    4. Shake vigorously for about 10-15 seconds.
    5. Strain the drink into a chilled cocktail glass.
    6. Garnish with a lime wedge and a slice of chili.

    Pro tips

    • Adjust the amount of chili depending on how strong you want the drink to be.
    • For best flavor, use fresh pineapple juice.
    • If you want a sweeter drink, adjust the amount of agave syrup.

  • South Side

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    A fresh and minty gin cocktail

    South Side

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    The South Side is a classic cocktail that has its roots in 19th century New York. It combines gin with mint, lemon juice and sugar syrup for a refreshing and balanced drink. The drink has a fresh and spicy taste with a subtle citric acidity and the distinctive mint flavor. South Side is popular both as an aperitif and as a light drink on hot summer days.

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

    Ingredients

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    • 50 ml gin (preferably a dry gin)
    • 25 ml fresh lemon juice
    • 15 ml syrup
    • 6-8 fresh mint leaves
    • Ice cubes
    • A sprig of mint for garnish

    Instructions

    1. Fill a shaker with ice cubes.
    2. Add the gin, lemon juice, syrup and mint leaves.
    3. Dredge the mint gently to release its flavor.
    4. Shake vigorously for about 10-15 seconds.
    5. Strain the drink into a chilled cocktail glass.
    6. Garnish with a sprig of mint.

    Pro tips

    • Carefully dredge the mint so that it does not become bitter.
    • Adjust the amount of syrup to suit your desired sweetness.
    • For a more refreshing drink, use freshly squeezed lemon juice.

  • Sherry Cobbler

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    A classic and fruity cocktail

    Sherry Cobbler

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    The Sherry Cobbler is a classic cocktail that has its roots in 19th century cocktail bars. Originally popular during the Victorian era, the Sherry Cobbler was one of the first drinks to include ice and to be served in a glass with fruit. It combines sherry, sugar and citrus fruits to create a fresh and sweet cocktail. Today, this classic is being revived in cocktail bars around the world and is appreciated for its delicious taste and historical significance.

    • Type of drink: Cocktails Collins drinks
    • Metod: Drinks made with barley
    • Origin: European drinks

    Ingredients

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    • 50 ml sherry (preferably a fine, dry sherry)
    • 15 ml syrup
    • 2 slices of orange
    • 2 slices of lemon
    • Ice cubes
    • A sprig of mint for garnish

    Instructions

    1. Fill a glass with ice cubes.
    2. Add the sherry and syrup.
    3. Add the orange and lemon slices.
    4. Stir to mix the ingredients.
    5. Garnish with a sprig of mint.

    Pro tips

    • For best results, use a high-quality sherry, preferably a dry variety.
    • Adjust the amount of syrup to customize the sweetness of the drink.
    • For extra fruitiness, feel free to add more citrus fruits or other berries.

  • Russian Spring Punch

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    A fresh and bubbly cocktail with a hint of fruitiness

    Russian Spring Punch

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    The Russian Spring Punch is a refreshing and bubbly cocktail created in the 1990s and has become a popular drink for both parties and casual occasions. It combines vodka with crème de cassis (blackcurrant liqueur), lime juice and prosecco or sparkling wine, creating a fruity, tart and bubbly experience. It's a perfect drink for summer drinks and festive occasions, especially when you want something light and fresh yet full of flavor.

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

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 30 ml vodka
    • 20 ml blackcurrant cream
    • 15 ml lime juice
    • 60 ml prosecco or sparkling wine
    • Ice cubes
    • A lime wedge or berries for garnish

    Instructions

    1. Fill a shaker with ice cubes.
    2. Add the vodka, crème de cassis and lime juice.
    3. Shake vigorously for about 10-15 seconds.
    4. Strain the drink into a chilled champagne glass.
    5. Top with prosecco or sparkling wine.
    6. Garnish with a lime wedge or berries.

    Pro tips

    • Use a high-quality vodka for the best taste.
    • Adjust the amount of crème de cassis to customize the sweetness of the drink.
    • For best results, use a brut prosecco or sparkling wine to avoid making the drink too sweet.

  • Porn Star Martini

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    A fruity and exotic cocktail

    Porn star martini

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    The Porn Star Martini is a popular cocktail created by bartender Douglas Ankrah in London in the 2000s. It combines vanilla vodka, passion fruit and other fruity flavors to create a cocktail that is both exotic and refreshing. With its beautiful color and balanced flavor, the Porn Star Martini is perfect for festive occasions or as a luxurious drink for special moments. It is often served with a side of prosecco or sparkling wine for an extra bubbly touch.

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

    Ingredients

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    • 50 ml vanilla vodka
    • 30 ml passion fruit puree
    • 15 ml lime juice
    • 10 ml syrup
    • Ice cubes
    • 30 ml prosecco or sparkling wine (for side dishes)
    • Half a passion fruit for garnish

    Instructions

    1. Fill a shaker with ice cubes.
    2. Add the vanilla vodka, passion fruit puree, lime juice and sugar syrup.
    3. Shake vigorously for about 10-15 seconds.
    4. Strain the drink into a chilled cocktail glass.
    5. Pour the prosecco or sparkling wine into a side tube and serve on the side.
    6. Garnish with half a passion fruit.

    Pro tips

    • Adjust the amount of syrup depending on how sweet you want the drink to be.
    • For best flavor, use fresh passion fruit puree instead of packaged.
    • If you want a more bubbly drink, use a quality prosecco or sparkling wine.

  • Pisco Punch

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    A tropical and fruity cocktail

    Pisco Punch

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    The Pisco Punch is a classic cocktail that originated in San Francisco and was created by bartender Duncan Nicol in the 19th century. It combines Pisco (a Peruvian or Chilean spirit), pineapple juice, lemon juice and sugar for a refreshing and fruity taste. Pisco Punch was one of the most popular drinks in San Francisco bars in the early 1900s and has since been revived in many cocktail bars. The drink is known for its balance of sweetness and acidity, making it perfect for summer days or festive occasions.

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

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 50 ml Pisco (Peruvian or Chilean)
    • 30 ml pineapple juice
    • 20 ml lemon juice
    • 10 ml syrup
    • Ice cubes
    • A slice of lemon or pineapple for garnish

    Instructions

    1. Fill a shaker with ice cubes.
    2. Add the Pisco, pineapple juice, lemon juice and sugar syrup.
    3. Shake vigorously for about 10-15 seconds.
    4. Strain the drink into a chilled cocktail glass.
    5. Garnish with a slice of lemon or a piece of pineapple.

    Pro tips

    • For best flavor, use freshly squeezed lemon juice and pineapple juice.
    • If you prefer a sweeter drink, adjust the amount of syrup.
    • For a more authentic version, use Peruvian Pisco for a smoother flavor.

  • penicillin

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    A smoky and fresh whisky cocktail

    penicillin

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    Penicillin is a modern classic created in the 2000s by bartender Sam Ross at the Pegu Club bar in New York. It combines smoky Scotch whisky with honey, ginger and lemon juice for a balanced and complex taste. The drink has quickly become popular thanks to its unique blend of sweet, sour and smoky. Penicillin is a great cocktail for whisky lovers and is perfect both as a winter drink and for special occasions.

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

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 50 ml smoky scotch whisky (e.g. Laphroaig)
    • 25 ml honey syrup
    • 15 ml ginger syrup
    • 25 ml fresh lemon juice
    • 10 ml rökig whisky (till topping, för rökighet)
    • Ice cubes
    • En citronskiva och en ingefärs-skiva för garnering

    Instructions

    Fill a shaker with ice cubes.

    Add the smoky scotch, honey syrup, lemon juice and ginger syrup.

    Shake vigorously for about 10-15 seconds.

    Strain the drink into a chilled cocktail glass.

    Carefully add a splash of smoky whisky on top.

    Garnish with a slice of lemon and a slice of ginger.

    Pro tips

    • For best results, use a high-quality smoky scotch and freshly squeezed lemon juice.
    • Adjust the amount of honey syrup and ginger syrup to suit your desired sweetness and spiciness.
    • If you want a more intense smoky flavor, increase the amount of smoky whisky on top.