DERONDA COCKTAIL
This sophisticated pre-Prohibition cocktail marries the smooth, earthy character of Plymouth Gin with the complex, bittersweet herbal notes of Calisaya liqueur. The unique combination creates a rich and aromatic flavor profile where quinine-infused cinchona bark complements the botanical juniper base. Served ice-cold in a cocktail glass, it offers a refined sipping experience for lovers of classic aperitifs.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Shaved ice (Quantity estimated for filling the mixing glass.)
- 1 7/8 ounces Calisaya liqueur (Originally '1 1/4 jiggers Calisaya'. Converted to modern measurement (1 jigger = 1.5 fl oz). Calisaya is a cinchona bark-based herbal liqueur.)
- 2 1/4 ounces Plymouth Gin (Originally '1 1/2 jiggers Plymouth Gin'. Converted to modern measurement (1 jigger = 1.5 fl oz).)
Instructions
- 1Fill a large bar glass (mixing glass) with shaved ice.
- 2Add the Calisaya liqueur and Plymouth Gin to the ice-filled glass.
- 3Shake well until thoroughly chilled, then strain into a cocktail glass and serve immediately.
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