I used Roses grenadine to enhance the color, not for flavoring, and Lairds Applejack as the apple brandy, but I am sure calvados would be a good substitute.
I prefer to make my own grenadine: 2 cups of POM grenadine juice 1.5 cups of sugar 1 teaspoon of orange blossom water 2 oz of pomegranate molasses 1
Da Vinci's Hotel May 2022
It is served in cups made of Kosiv ceramics, which is part of the UNESCO heritage
This seriously tastes just like a Peanut butter and Jelly sandwich from your childhood!
Do not substitute the vanilla dusting for extract as it will overpower the drink, as will adding maraschino juice that will also over power the balance
If you can get your hands on a bottle of Buffalo Trace Bourbon Cream, I strongly recommend using that in place of the Bailey's Irish Cream. For the cold
Adjust the sweetness to your preference by adding more or less Velvet Falernum or Orgeat Syrup. Price: £18
I could not list them on the Diffords maker, but the use of dates really is essential. That leathery, dried fruit aspect backed by the maraschino and tannin
A moreish take on a Black Forest Gateux, perfect for any occasion.
You could sub out any Whisky in place of rye whisky and it would be a hit. I have used knob creek quarter oak cask too and it was beyond delicious.
The competition inspired me to use this underused liqueur and create a cocktail to get everyone in a holiday spirit.
A fresh and herbal cocktail that blends the sweet note of the Cherry Heering with the liquorice and herbal notes of Chartreuse. A fresh and slightly dry
Cherries & berries with added fizz
The Cherry Heering and Chartreuse Jaune combo is great, then added Scotch and lemon to create a shaken drink. Done for this very competition only. Prost!
Made for Cherry Heering competition, Christmas 2023.
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