EAST INDIA COCKTAIL

Name: EAST INDIA COCKTAIL
Ingredients: 3/4 cup Shaved ice (Quantity estimated for filling the mixing glass.); 3 dashes Maraschino liqueur; 3 dashes Red Curaçao (Originally 'Red Curacoa'.); 3 dashes Angostura Bitters; 1 1/2 ounces Brandy (Originally '1 jigger'. Converted to modern standard measurement (1.5 oz).); 1 piece Lemon peel (Twisted, for garnish.)

This classic East India Cocktail from 1917 offers a sophisticated blend of rich brandy and aromatic liqueurs. The combination of Maraschino liqueur, Red Curaçao, and Angostura bitters creates a complex, herbal sweetness that perfectly balances the warming spirit. Served chilled with a twist of lemon, it makes for an elegant and timeless aperitif.

Ingredients

3/4 cup Shaved ice (Quantity estimated for filling the mixing glass.)
3 dashes Maraschino liqueur
3 dashes Red Curaçao (Originally 'Red Curacoa'.)
3 dashes Angostura Bitters
1 1/2 ounces Brandy (Originally '1 jigger'. Converted to modern standard measurement (1.5 oz).)
1 piece Lemon peel (Twisted, for garnish.)

Instructions

1Fill a large bar glass or mixing glass approximately 3/4 full with shaved ice.
2Add the Maraschino liqueur, Red Curaçao, Angostura Bitters, and Brandy to the ice-filled glass.
3Stir the mixture well until thoroughly chilled. Strain the liquid into a chilled cocktail glass.
4Twist the piece of lemon peel over the drink to release its oils, drop it into the glass, and serve immediately.