Garnish:
Orange zest twist (discarded)
How to make:
SHAKE all ingredients with ice and strain into chilled glass.
| 1 1/2 fl oz | Cognac (brandy) |
| 1/2 fl oz | Luxardo Maraschino liqueur |
| 2/3 fl oz | Lemon juice (freshly squeezed) |
| 1/3 fl oz | Sugar syrup 'rich' (2 sugar to 1 water, 65.0°brix) |
| 1 dash | Orange Bitters by Angostura |
Review:
Nail the perfect balance and this cognac-based cocktail sings on the palate with cognac, richly subtle cherry, and zesty lemon acidity.
History:
A riff on the classic Casino Cocktail, hence the name referencing one of the most famous Las Vegas resort casinos.
Adapted from a recipe created in 2015 by Andrew Loudon at Satan's Whiskers in London, England.
Nutrition:
172 calories
Alcohol content:
- 1.3 standard drinks
- 20.44% alc./vol. (40.88° proof)
- 18.5 grams of pure alcohol
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