Category: Still drinks

  • Corpse Reviver #2

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    A refreshing and balanced classic

    Corpse Reviver #2

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    The Corpse Reviver #2 is a classic cocktail mentioned in Harry Craddock's 'The Savoy Cocktail Book' from the 1930s. The drink is part of the famous Corpse Reviver series, which was created to 'raise the dead'. With gin, Cointreau, Lillet Blanc, lemon juice and a touch of absinthe, this version is both refreshing and well balanced. Perfect as an aperitif and an elegant choice for any occasion.

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

    Ingredients

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    • 25 ml gin
    • 25 ml Cointreau
    • 25 ml White millet
    • 25 ml fresh lemon juice
    • A few drops of absinthe
    • Ice cubes
    • A lemon slice or zest for garnish

    Instructions

    1. Fill a shaker with ice cubes.
    2. Add the gin, Cointreau, Lillet Blanc, lemon juice and absinthe.
    3. Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
    4. Strain the drink into a chilled cocktail glass.
    5. Garnish with a lemon slice or zest.

    Pro tips

    • Use fresh lemon juice for a fresher and more acidic taste.
    • Dose the absinthe carefully so as not to overwhelm the other flavors.
    • Serve well chilled to bring out the balance and complexity of the drink.

  • Cardinal

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    An elegant and bitter Italian cocktail

    Cardinal

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    The Cardinale is a sophisticated cocktail that originated in Rome in the 1950s. The drink was created by a bartender at the Hotel Excelsior for a cardinal, which gave the drink its name. With gin, dry vermouth and Campari, the Cardinale is a variation of the Negroni, but with a drier and more aromatic flavor profile. It is perfect as an aperitif and for those who appreciate balanced, bittersweet flavors.

    • Type of drink: Old-Fashioned-style cocktails
    • Metod: Stirred cocktails
    • Origin: European drinks

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 40 ml gin
    • 30 ml dry vermouth
    • 30 ml Campari
    • Ice cubes
    • An orange zest for garnish

    Instructions

    1. Fill a tube glass with ice cubes.
    2. Add the gin, dry vermouth and Campari.
    3. Stir gently for about 30 seconds.
    4. Strain the drink into a chilled cocktail glass.
    5. Garnish with an orange zest.

    Pro tips

    • Use a high-quality gin and vermouth to balance the bitter notes of Campari.
    • Adjust the amount of Campari if you prefer a milder bitterness.
    • Serve well chilled to enhance the aromas and flavor.

  • 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

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    • 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.

  • 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.

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

    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.

    Pro tips

    • 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.

    • 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.

  • Illegal

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    A smoky and tropical cocktail with mezcal and Jamaican rum

    Illegal

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    Illegal is a tropical cocktail that combines smoky espadin mezcal and Jamaica overproof white rum with falernum, lime juice and sugar syrup for a balanced and flavorful experience. This drink has a distinct smoky character thanks to the mezcal, but also a sweetness and spiciness from the falernum and maraschino liqueur. It is perfect as a festive drink or to impress guests with its complex flavor profile.

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

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 30 ml Espadin Mezcal
    • 15 ml Jamaica Overproof White Rum
    • 15 ml Falernum
    • 1 Bar Spoon Maraschino Luxardo
    • 22,5 ml Fresh lime juice
    • 15 ml syrup
    • A few drops of egg white (optional)
    • Ice cubes

    Instructions

    1. Add all the ingredients to a shaker.
    2. Shake vigorously with ice.
    3. Strain the drink into a chilled cocktail glass, or serve 'on the rocks' in a traditional clay or terracotta mug.

    Pro tips

    • For best results, use a high-quality Espadin mezcal for a distinctive smoky flavor.
    • If you want a creamier texture, add a few drops of egg white.
    • Adjust the amount of syrup to suit your desired sweetness.

  • IBA Tiki

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    A tropical and exotic tiki cocktail

    IBA Tiki

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    The IBA Tiki is a tropical cocktail that combines several different rums and liqueurs to create a complex and exotic taste. Ingredients such as passion fruit puree, fresh pineapple juice and lime juice give the drink a fruity and refreshing flavor, while the smoky rum and sweet and sour mix of liqueurs give it a deeper flavor profile. IBA Tiki is a perfect drink for tiki lovers looking for a drink with many layers of flavor.

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

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 30 ml Ron Profundo Havana Club
    • 30 ml Ron Smoky Havana Club
    • 15 ml Licor Amaretto
    • 5 ml Licor Frangelico
    • 5 drops of Maraschino Luxardo
    • 30 ml Passion Fruit Puree
    • 90 ml Fresh pineapple juice
    • 30 ml Fresh lime juice
    • 1 slice of Gengibre (ginger)
    • Ice cubes

    Instructions

    1. Muddle a thin slice of gengibre (ginger) in a shaker.
    2. Add all the other ingredients.
    3. Shake vigorously with ice.
    4. Strain the drink into a chilled tiki glass filled with crushed ice.
    5. Garnish with citrus slices and a dried pineapple piece.

    Pro tips

    • Adjust the amount of ginger according to how spicy you want the drink to be.
    • Use freshly squeezed lime juice for best flavor.
    • For a more intense tropical flavor, use high-quality fruit purees and rum types.

  • Ve.n.to

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    An elegant and aromatic cocktail with grappa and chamomile

    Ve.n.to

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    Ve.n.to is a sophisticated cocktail that combines the distinctive flavor of white grappa with fresh lemon juice, honey syrup and chamomile liqueur. This blend creates a balanced and aromatic drink that is both refreshing and complex. Ve.n.to is traditionally served in a small tumbler glass and garnished with lemon peel and white grapes, adding a beautiful presentation and an extra dimension of flavor.

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

    Ingredients

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    • 45 ml white grappa
    • 22,5 ml freshly squeezed lemon juice
    • 15 ml honey syrup
    • 15 ml chamomile liqueur
    • A few drops of egg white (optional)
    • Ice cubes
    • Lemon zest and white grapes for garnish

    Instructions

    1. Pour all ingredients into a shaker.
    2. Shake vigorously with ice.
    3. Strain the drink into a chilled small tumbler glass filled with ice.
    4. Garnish with lemon zest and white grapes.

    Pro tips

    • For an extra aromatic flavor, replace the water in the honey syrup with chamomile infusion.
    • Adjust the amount of honey syrup to suit your desired sweetness.
    • If you want a creamier texture, add a few drops of egg white.

  • 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.

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

    Ingredients

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

    Instructions

    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.

    Pro tips

    • 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.

  • Tommy’s margarita

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    A fresh and agave-based version of Margarita

    Tommy's Margarita

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    Tommy's Margarita is a modern take on the classic Margarita, created by bartender Tommy's Mexican Restaurant in San Francisco. It differs from the traditional Margarita in that it uses agave syrup instead of syrup. This simple change gives the drink a more pure and natural sweetness that brings out the agave flavor from the tequila. Tommy's Margarita is a fresh, tart and delicious drink that has become a favorite in many bars around the world.

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

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 50 ml tequila (preferably 100% agave)
    • 30 ml lime juice (freshly squeezed)
    • 20 ml agave syrup
    • Ice cubes
    • A lime wedge for garnish

    Instructions

    1. Fill a shaker with ice cubes.
    2. Add the tequila, lime juice and agave syrup.
    3. Shake vigorously for about 10-15 seconds.
    4. Strain the drink into a chilled cocktail glass.
    5. Garnish with a lime wedge.

    Pro tips

    • For best results, use a high-quality tequila (preferably a blanco or reposado).
    • Use freshly squeezed lime juice instead of packaged for a more intense and fresh taste.
    • Adjust the amount of agave syrup to suit your desired sweetness.