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Barnum (Was Right) Cocktail
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Submitted on: June 26, 2024
Barnum was right! There is a fool born every minute! Tonight's drink is almost identical to yesterday's Barbara West Cocktail, subbing the Sherry out for Apricot Brandy. Proportions are identical, but there are 2 Dashes of Angostura bitters instead of the 1 that was in yesterday's drink. I must say that I prefer this version to yesterday, as I am a fan of Apricot Brandy over Sherry, and I like the sweetness of this drink. This feels well-balanced, and perfect for enjoyment on a Tuesday evening. ...
Tools
Boston Shaker
Hawthorne Strainer
Instructions
Garnish
Build
Glass
Estimated strength
Lemon Twist
Shake & Strain
Cocktail Coupe
About 28% ABV (estimate)
By Patrick Muldowney
Home Cocktail Enthusiast
Amateur home mixologist working through vintage and contemporary cocktail books, one drink at a time
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Shake in an iced cocktail shaker and strain into a cocktail glass. Garnish with a lemon twist.
Editor's Note
Apricot brandy replaces sherry in this gin-forward sour, adding stone-fruit sweetness that pairs perfectly with the citrus. A simple, effective riff on a classic template.
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