Garnish:
Dust with grated nutmeg
How to make:
SHAKE all ingredients with ice and fine strain into chilled glass.
2 fl oz | Rémy Martin 1738 Cognac |
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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