Category: Liqueur-based

  • 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.

  • Garibaldi

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    En frisk och uppfriskande apelsindrink

    Garibaldi

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    Garibaldi är en enkel och fräsch cocktail som kombinerar Campari med apelsinjuice. Den sägs ha fått sitt namn efter den italienska nationalhjälten Giuseppe Garibaldi och är känd för sin livliga färg och balanserade smak. Denna drink är perfekt för varma sommardagar eller som en lätt aperitif. Kombinationen av den bittra Camparin och den söta apelsinjuicen ger en uppfriskande kontrast.

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

    Ingredients

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    • 50 ml Campari
    • 120 ml fresh orange juice
    • Ice cubes
    • An orange slice for garnish

    Instructions for use

    1. Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
    2. Tillsätt Campari och apelsinjuice.
    3. Stir gently to mix the ingredients.
    4. Garnish with an orange slice.

    Notes

    • Använd färsk apelsinjuice för bästa smak.
    • Justera mängden Campari för att anpassa bitterheten efter smak.
    • För en extra fräsch upplevelse, kyl både glaset och ingredienserna innan servering.

  • Trinidad Sour

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    An intense and spicy cocktail

    Trinidad Sour

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    The Trinidad Sour is an unusual and intense cocktail created by bartender Giuseppe Gonzalez at the Clover Club in Brooklyn. This drink stands out for its use of Angostura bitters as the main base, giving a bitter and spicy flavor that is balanced by orgeat syrup and the sweetness of lemon juice. Known for its strong flavor profile, the Trinidad Sour is perfect for those looking for something outside the usual cocktail boundaries.

    • Category: Cocktails Sour drinks
    • Method: Shaken cocktails
    • Cuisine: Caribbean drinks

    Ingredients

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    • 30 ml Angostura bitters
    • 20 ml rye whisky
    • 30 ml orgeat syrup
    • 20 ml fresh lemon juice
    • Ice cubes
    • A cherry for garnish

    Instructions for use

    1. Fill a shaker with ice cubes.
    2. Tillsätt Angostura bitters, whisky, orgeatsirap och citronjuice.
    3. Shake vigorously for about 10-15 seconds.
    4. Strain the drink into a chilled cocktail glass.
    5. Garnish with a cherry.

    Notes

    • For best results, use a high-quality orgeat syrup and fresh lemon juice.
    • Adjust the amount of syrup to suit your desired sweetness.
    • If you like a more intense bitter taste, increase the amount of Angostura bitters.

  • Chartreuse Swizzle

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    An exotic and tasty cocktail

    Chartreuse Swizzle

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    The Chartreuse Swizzle is a tropical cocktail that has its roots in the famous Chartreuse liqueur, made by French monks. Created in the early 2000s, the drink combines Chartreuse liqueur with lime juice, syrup and bitters for a complex and fruity taste. The Chartreuse Swizzle is known for its colorful presentation and unique flavor profile. It is a great drink for those who want something different and exciting.

    • Category: Cocktails Tiki cocktails
    • Method: Shaken cocktails
    • Cuisine: European drinks

    Ingredients

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    • 50 ml Chartreuse (Green or Yellow)
    • 25 ml lime juice
    • 15 ml syrup
    • 2 dash of angostura bitters
    • Ice cubes
    • A sprig of mint and a slice of lemon for garnish

    Instructions for use

    1. Fill a shaker with ice cubes.
    2. Add the Chartreuse, lime juice, syrup and angostura bitters.
    3. Shake vigorously for about 10-15 seconds.
    4. Strain the drink into a tiki glass filled with ice.
    5. Garnish with a mint sprig and a lemon slice.

    Notes

    • For best results, use a high-quality Chartreuse, either green or yellow depending on your preferred flavor profile.
    • If you want an even more tropical flavor, try adding a splash of pineapple juice.
    • For extra freshness, use freshly squeezed lime juice.

  • 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.

  • 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

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    • 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.

  • Americano

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    A refreshing Italian aperitif

    Americano

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    Americano is a classic Italian drink originally called 'Milano-Torino', thanks to its ingredients: Campari from Milan and sweet vermouth from Torino. It got its current name in the 1920s, when American tourists appreciated its light and refreshing taste. Americano is associated with aperitif culture and is often served before meals. With a simple combination of Campari, sweet vermouth and soda water, the drink offers a perfect balance of bitterness and sweetness. It is also a precursor to the popular Negroni.

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

    Ingredients

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    • 30 ml Campari
    • 30 ml sweet vermouth
    • Soda water to taste
    • Ice cubes
    • An orange slice for garnish

    Instructions for use

    1. Choose a highball glass and fill it with ice cubes.
    2. Pour in the Campari and sweet vermouth.
    3. Top with soda water to taste.
    4. Stir gently to mix the ingredients.
    5. Garnish with an orange slice.

    Notes

    • Use premium soda water to enhance the flavor.
    • Try a slice of lemon instead of orange for a more tart touch.
    • Serve well chilled for the best experience.

  • Alexander

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    A classic and creamy dessert cocktail

    Alexander

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    The Alexander is a classic cocktail that combines the sweetness of liqueur with a creamy texture. Originally created in the early 1900s, it is part of the 'golden age' of the cocktail. It is said that the drink was first mixed by bartender Troy Alexander in New York to celebrate a gin advertising campaign. The combination of gin, crème de cacao and cream gives the drink its characteristic smooth and rich taste. Over time, the Alexander has become a popular dessert drink, appreciated for its simple yet elegant composition.

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

    Ingredients

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    • 30 ml gin
    • 30 ml white cocoa cream
    • 30 ml cream
    • Ice cubes
    • Nutmeg for garnish

    Instructions for use

    1. Choose a chilled cocktail glass for serving.
    2. Fill a shaker with ice cubes, gin, white crème de cacao and cream.
    3. Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds to mix and chill the drink.
    4. Strain the drink into the chilled glass.
    5. Grate some fresh nutmeg over the top as a garnish.

    Notes

    • Use fresh cream for a richer texture.
    • Try using dark crème de cacao for a deeper chocolate flavor.
    • Garnish with grated chocolate instead of nutmeg for a more dessert-like feel.