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  • 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 pÃ¥ att använda grädde som inte är för vispad sÃ¥ att den flyter bättre pÃ¥ kaffet.
    • För extra smak kan du prova att tillsätta lite vaniljsocker eller kanel i kaffet.

  • 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.

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

    Ingredients

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

    Instructions for use

    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.

    Notes

    • 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.

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

    Ingredients

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

    Instructions for use

    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.

    Notes

    • 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.

  • Sidecar

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    An elegant and tart classic

    Sidecar

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    The Sidecar is a timeless cocktail believed to have been created in the 1920s, either in Paris or London. The combination of cognac, Cointreau and fresh lemon juice provides a perfect balance of sweetness and acidity. With its sophisticated flavor profile, Sidecar is a popular choice for both pre-drinks and evening drinks. It is easy to mix and has a rich history associated with the glamor of the early 20th century.

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

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 50 ml cognac
    • 20 ml Cointreau (or other orange liqueur)
    • 20 ml fresh lemon juice
    • Ice cubes
    • Sugar for the rim of the glass (optional)

    Instructions for use

    1. If desired, rim a cocktail glass with sugar.
    2. Fill a shaker with ice cubes, cognac, Cointreau and lemon juice.
    3. Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
    4. Strain the drink into the chilled cocktail glass.

    Notes

    • Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for best flavor.
    • Adjust the amount of Cointreau to customize the sweetness to your preference.
    • Chill the glass in the freezer before serving to keep the drink extra fresh.

  • 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.

  • Old Fashioned

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    A classic and timeless whiskey cocktail

    Old fashioned

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    The Old Fashioned is one of the oldest and most iconic cocktails in the world, said to have been created in the 19th century. The drink consists of bourbon or rye whiskey, sugar, bitters and an orange zest, providing a perfect balance of sweetness, bitterness and strength. The Old Fashioned is a celebration of simplicity and elegance, and has remained a favorite among cocktail lovers over the centuries.

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

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 50 ml bourbon or rye whiskey
    • 1 sugar cube
    • 2–3 dash of angostura bitter
    • An orange zest
    • Ice cubes

    Instructions for use

    1. Place the sugar cube in an old-fashioned glass and drip over the angostura bitters.
    2. Mash the sugar cube gently with a muddler until it dissolves.
    3. Add a few ice cubes and pour over the whiskey.
    4. Stir gently to mix.
    5. Garnish with an orange zest or a cherry.

    Notes

    • Use a quality bourbon or rye whiskey for the best flavor.
    • For an extra touch, dredge an orange slice together with the sugar cube.
    • Serve well chilled and adjust the sweetness to your taste.

  • 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.

    • Category: Cocktails Sour drinks
    • Method: Shaken cocktails
    • Cuisine: 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 for use

    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.

    Notes

    • 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.