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Improved Brandy Cocktail
Yes, yes, I know modern convention calls for this cocktail to be stirred but Jerry Thomas stipulates to shake it and it's much "improved" by shaking. "Shake...
John CARR
25th October 2024 at 11:53
Superb. Cognac delicately fortified and scented with fruit and bitters. Not overly sweet as some vintage cocktails can be. Brought out the dry nuttiness of the Courvoisier that I used.
25th October 2024 at 11:54
Care with not over-shaking with the small quantity involved.
Also enjoyed with Hennessy VSOP.
Also enjoyed with Hennessy VSOP.
13th June 2023 at 16:49
I presume I can use standard sugar syrup no?
26th September 2023 at 23:50
... on the basis that 2:1 sugar syrups (commercial or otherwise) are fairly viscous and add the desired smoother and richer mouthfeel?
14th June 2023 at 14:43
Yes, Nathalie. A direct ml for ml swap.