East India House

Serve in a Martini glass...
2	fl oz	Cognac
½	fl oz	Bacardi Ocho Anos (8 year old) Gran Reserva Rum
½	fl oz	Triple sec liqueur
½	fl oz	Fresh pressed pineapple juice
2	dash	Angostura Orange Bitters

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How to make:

SHAKE all ingredients with ice and fine strain into chilled glass.

Garnish:

Lemon zest twist

Comment:

Dry and challenging - rewarding for some.

About:

I've adapted this recipe from a classic cocktail which is thought to have been created in the 19th century by Harry Johnson: I've doubled the quantities of everything but cognac.

Nutrition:

There are approximately 224 calories in one serving of East India House.

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