Lustau Solera Standout 2026 Top 50
Words by Simon Difford
From bone-dry Fino to luscious Pedro Ximénez, Lustau's sherries offer bartenders an exceptional palette of flavours. Add the bodega's acclaimed brandies and vermouths, including category-defining Lustau Vermut Rosé, and the creative possibilities are vast. The judges' selection of the 50 best cocktails reflects that remarkable diversity.
Many thanks to all the bartenders who contributed recipes.
Palabra de Jerez
Fast, simple and deliciois
Flor & Vine
Flor & Vine is a crisp, wine-led Sherry cocktail that follows the grape through different stages of its journey.
Sobremesa
Rich and dark upfront, with the raisined sweetness of Pedro Ximénez-style sherry meeting fresh espresso and a warm brandy backbone. Gin Mare's herbal,
Cask & Cane
I created this cocktail at Death and Company Melbourne for the Lustau Solera Standout Competition. I pimped one of my favorite cocktail of all time, the
Pura Raza Española
The drink is meant to be salty and juicy with acidity from vinegar, making everything bright and light
Fourth Deck
A bright and elegant stirred cocktail that balances the saline dryness of Lustau Fino Sherry with fresh melon, citrus and alpine herbs. Layers of Midori,
The Next Cask
A modern Lustau highball inspired by the solera system. Nutty Los Arcos Amontillado and herbal Vermut Blanco are refreshed with green apple, lemon, a touch
Old Seville
This spirit forward cocktail features notes of roasted nuts, bitter and sweet oranges, vanilla, and a hint of spice that dances on the palate. Designed
La Sobremesa
Rich notes of dried fruit, caramel, and toasted nuts are lifted with a touch of coffee and bright citrus. Smooth and balanced, the finish is warm but bright,
Desert Flor
Take a trip from Mexico to the bodegas of Lustau with me and my cocktail, Desert Flor. With dill as the method of travel, sip on the mineral deliciousness
Second Draw
A spirit-forward, elegantly dry cocktail showcasing Lustau Amontillado Los Arcos at its core. London Dry Gin adds structure, dry vermouth lifts the aromatics,
Liquid Amber
Liquid Amber is a sweet-bitter highball with floral Moscato and herbal, tart Rueberry. Tonic brings light bitterness and a crisp finish, while a whole
Dialèg
Nutty, aromatic and elegant, with layers of dried fruits, honeyed grapes, Mediterranean herbs and a long oxidative finish.
Red Flag
A delicate, fresh, sweet and sour cocktail with floral and fruity notes but also with a hint of bitterness on the back palate!
Second Breakfast
Add all ingredients into a shaker with ice and shake. Double strain into a frozen Nick & Nora. Garnish with the lemon twist expressing the oils over
Where Flor Begins
A delicate and mineral cocktail inspired by the white albariza soils of Sanlúcar de Barrameda. Built around Lustau Manzanilla Papirusa, it enhances its
