Chatham Hotel Special

Difford's Guide
Discerning Drinkers (9 ratings)

Serve in a

Coupe glass

Garnish:

Dust with grated nutmeg

How to make:

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

2 fl oz Cognac (brandy)
3/4 fl oz Tawny port
1/2 fl oz Dark crème de cacao liqueur
1/2 fl oz Single cream / half-and-half
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Review:

We've slightly changed the proportions and replaced the original lemon zest garnish with a little extra spice.

History:

This mid-1900s classic from New York's Chatham Hotel was resurrected by Ted Haigh in his 2004 book Vintage Spirits & Forgotten Cocktails.

Nutrition:

One serving of Chatham Hotel Special contains 247 calories.

Alcohol content:

  • 1.9 standard drinks
  • 23.12% alc./vol. (46.24° proof)
  • 26 grams of pure alcohol
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