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This is inspired by the flavours of our traditional family Christmas cake, fat glossy cherries, orange peel, and some warming spices. Fruity sweet raisin
Seasonal flavours are synonymous with the year end in the lead up to Christmas. This is the time when everything "spiced" takes center stage.
Shake all ingredients with ice and fine strain over ice.
As I love to spend christmas in a sunny place, this is my version of a chistmas favourite. I created this drink in november 2023 by experimenting with
Sweet, smoky, mouth-full, lush
Taking inspiration from the Cherry Ripe chocolate bar, this drink brings together cherry, coconut and chocolate flavours. The amaro in this drink adds
I originally made this with scotch. Switched to bourbon after several experiments. I compared Campari with Gran Classico - no comparison. The cognac float
If you don't have creme de mure it can be substituted for some blackberry preserves or fresh blackberries. If you don't have absinthe 1 star
The Cherry Herring is the backbone of this cocktail with it's deep fruity and almondy notes making it a perfect ingredient for a tiki style cocktail.
The Sirup might be your flavour dial: take Vanilla, speculatius (Ginger bread), or whatever makes you remember your childhood or youth.
Make sure to use a flavorful, foresty gin. It can really make or break this cocktail.
Best made with a clean, aromatic absinthe such as St. George or La Clandestine, using only a rinse to maintain balance. Keep the lemon between 8–10 ml
I only add a drop of cherry syrup because I didn't want to have something too sweet, and I wanted the cherry to be the main star of the cocktail.
The drink is inspired by my parents, who would spend the Christmas season baking sweet cookies and winter treats. The aroma of cherries, spices, and warm
ripe fruit
A bright cherry aroma rises first, lifted by subtle gingerbread spice. The palate opens with vibrant cherry from Heering Cherry Liqueur, followed by warm
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