Category: Sweet drinks

  • 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.

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

    Ingredients

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

    Instructions

    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.

    Pro tips

    • 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.

    • Type of drink: Old-Fashioned-style cocktails
    • Metod: Drinks made with barley
    • Origin: European drinks

    Ingredients

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    • 30 ml cognac
    • 30 ml amaretto
    • Ice cubes

    Instructions

    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.

    Pro tips

    • 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.

  • French 75

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    An elegant and sparkling cocktail

    French 75

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    The French 75 is a classic cocktail that dates back to the First World War and is named after the French artillery piece 'Canon de 75 modèle 1897'. It combines gin, champagne, lemon juice and sugar to create a sparkling and refreshing drink. It is known for its balance between the dry character of gin and the bubbly lightness of champagne. Perfect for festive occasions or as a luxurious aperitif.

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

    Ingredients

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    • 30 ml gin
    • 15 ml fresh lemon juice
    • 10 ml syrup
    • 60 ml champagne
    • Ice cubes
    • A lemon slice or twist for garnish

    Instructions

    1. Fill a shaker with gin, lemon juice and sugar syrup.
    2. Shake vigorously with ice cubes for about 10 seconds.
    3. Strain the drink into a chilled champagne glass.
    4. Fill up with champagne and stir gently.
    5. Garnish with a lemon slice or twist.

    Pro tips

    • Use a dry gin for best results.
    • Adjust the amount of syrup to adjust the sweetness to taste.
    • Choose a quality champagne to really enhance your drink.

  • Cuba Libre

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    En enkel och uppfriskande romklassiker

    Cuba Libre

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    Cuba Libre är en av de enklaste och mest populära drinkarna i världen. Den sägs ha skapats runt 1900-talet i Havanna, Kuba, efter det spansk-amerikanska kriget som ett firande av friheten. Kombinationen av rom, cola och lime ger en perfekt balans mellan sötma och syra. Enkel att blanda och passar vid nästan alla tillfällen.

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

    Ingredients

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    • 50 ml light rum
    • 120 ml cola
    • Saften av en limeklyfta
    • Ice cubes
    • A lime wedge for garnish

    Instructions

    1. Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
    2. Pressa saften av en limeklyfta i glaset.
    3. Tillsätt rom och fyll upp med cola.
    4. Rör försiktigt och garnera med en limeklyfta.

    Pro tips

    • Använd en högkvalitativ ljus rom för bästa smak.
    • Servera väl kyld för att lyfta fram den uppfriskande karaktären.
    • Testa att använda en mörk rom för en rikare smakprofil.

  • Cosmopolitan

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    A sophisticated and fruity classic

    cosmopolitan

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    The Cosmopolitan, often shortened to 'Cosmo', is an iconic cocktail that gained popularity in the 1990s, especially through the TV series 'Sex and the City'. Said to have been created in the 1970s, it combines vodka, Cointreau, cranberry juice and lime juice for a fresh and balanced taste. The drink is both elegant and easy to prepare, making it a popular choice for festive occasions and nights out.

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

    Ingredients

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    • 40 ml vodka (preferably lemon vodka)
    • 15 ml Cointreau
    • 30 ml cranberry juice
    • 10 ml fresh lime juice
    • Ice cubes
    • A lime or orange zest for garnish

    Instructions

    1. Fill a shaker with ice cubes.
    2. Add the vodka, Cointreau, cranberry juice and lime juice.
    3. Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
    4. Strain the drink into a chilled cocktail glass.
    5. Garnish with a lime or orange zest.

    Pro tips

    • Use fresh lime juice for a fresher taste.
    • Adjust the amount of cranberry juice to customize the sweetness and acidity.
    • Chill the glass before serving for an extra refreshing drink.

  • Champagne Cocktail

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    An elegant and sparkling classic

    Champagne Cocktail

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    The Champagne Cocktail is a timeless drink first mentioned in the 19th century. With its simple yet sophisticated combination of champagne, sugar cube and bitters, it is an obvious choice for festive occasions. The drink is known for its balanced sweetness and subtle bitterness, lifted by the bubbles of champagne. Perfect as an aperitif or to toast a special occasion.

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

    Ingredients

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    • 90 ml champagne
    • 1 sugar cube
    • 2-3 dash of Angostura bitters
    • An orange zest or cherry for garnish

    Instructions

    1. Place a sugar cube in the bottom of a champagne glass.
    2. Drizzle Angostura bitters over the sugar cube.
    3. Carefully fill the glass with champagne.
    4. Garnish with an orange zest or a cherry.

    Pro tips

    • Use a dry champagne or sparkling wine to balance the sweetness from the sugar cube.
    • Drizzle bitters evenly over the sugar cube for a balanced flavor.
    • Chill the glass before serving for an extra fresh drink.

  • Caipirinha

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    A tart and refreshing Brazilian classic

    Caipirinha

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    Caipirinha is Brazil's national drink and has a simple but refreshing flavor profile. Made with cachaça, lime and sugar, it pays homage to the country's tropical climate and lifestyle. The drink is easy to mix and perfect for hot days or as a refreshing pre-drink. With its balance of acidity and sweetness, the Caipirinha is a timeless favorite around the world.

    • Type of drink: Cocktails Sour drinks
    • Metod: Drinks made with barley
    • Origin: South American drinks

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 50 ml cachaça
    • 1 lime (cut into wedges)
    • 2 teaspoons of granulated sugar
    • Ice crusher

    Instructions

    1. Place the lime wedges and granulated sugar in a lowball glass.
    2. Muddle the lime and sugar together to release the lime juice.
    3. Fill the glass with ice.
    4. Pour over the cachaça and stir gently.
    5. Serve immediately with a short straw.

    Pro tips

    • Use fresh limes for the best flavor.
    • Adjust the amount of sugar to your preference to balance acidity and sweetness.
    • Try using different types of cachaça to find your favorite variety.

  • 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.

    • Type of drink: Old-Fashioned-style cocktails
    • Metod: Drinks made with barley
    • Origin: European drinks

    Ingredients

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

    Instructions

    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.

    Pro tips

    • 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.

  • Bellini

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    A fruity and sparkling classic

    Bellini

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    The Bellini is an elegant and refreshing cocktail created by Giuseppe Cipriani at Harry's Bar in Venice in the 1940s. It combines Prosecco and peach puree for a perfect balance of sweetness and freshness. The Bellini has become an iconic brunch drink and is appreciated for its lightness and sparkling character.

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

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 100 ml Prosecco
    • 50 ml peach puree

    Instructions

    1. Fill a chilled champagne glass halfway with peach puree.
    2. Carefully add the Prosecco and stir gently to mix.
    3. Serve immediately.

    Pro tips

    • Use fresh peaches to make your own puree for the best flavor.
    • Chill both glass and ingredients before serving for an extra fresh drink.
    • Try adding a dash of raspberry puree for an exciting twist.

  • 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.