USB Cocktail
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USB Cocktail
Photographed in an UB Retro Coupe 1920 7.75oz
| 1 1⁄2 oz | Rémy Martin V.S.O.P. cognac infused with vanilla |
| 1 oz | Sauvignon blanc wine |
| 1 1⁄4 oz | Pineapple juice |
| 1⁄4 oz | Monin Pure Cane Syrup (65.0°brix, equivalent to 2:1 rich syrup) |
How to make:
- Select and pre-chill a Coupe glass.
- Prepare garnish of pineapple wedge on rim.
- SHAKE all ingredients with ice.
- FINE STRAIN into chilled glass.
Allergens:
Recipe contains the following allergens:
- Sauvignon blanc wine - Sulphur Dioxide/Sulphites
Strength & taste guide:
No alcohol
Medium
Boozy
Sweet
Medium
Dry/sour
Review:
Vanilla notes in the cognac sit beautifully with the pineapple juice while the acidity of the wine balances rich fruity sweetness.
History:
A brandy-driven riff on the Palermo cocktail created in 2003 by yours truly in London, England.
Named, not after the Universal Serial Bus used to connect PCs and peripheral devices, but after the grape varieties Ugni and Sauvignon Blanc. Ugni Blanc is the most common grape variety in Cognac, while Sauvignon Blanc wine seems to suit this drink, (although it also works well with Chardonnay and other grape varieties).
Nutrition:
One serving of USB Cocktail contains 170 calories
Alcohol content:
- 1.1 standard drinks
- 13.24% alc./vol. (13.24° proof)
- 15.9 grams of pure alcohol
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