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John CARR’s Avatar John CARR
24th November 2024 at 12:10
I’d go siofar as to say that selection of most of the ingredients can significantly alter this, not just the sherry. I also tried ford’s versus four pillars gin, and Dolin versus Cocchi Storico. Quite different beasts. The lighter vermouth worked quite well, emphasising the aperitif qualities, and less tendency to overwhelm the sherry. Still not sure of this one; needs further experiments 😉
John CARR’s Avatar John CARR
24th November 2024 at 12:13
I used oloroso as Palo cortado not available locally that I can find. The computer suggests fino as an alternative, though Simon’s description gives amontillado
Bert Schouterden’s Avatar Bert Schouterden
19th May 2024 at 21:00
I tried it with a London Dry, Fino Sherry, Noilly Prat, and a Martini Riserva Speciale Rubino and I must say that this version, although it seems 'simple', evolves quite complex. I accompanied it with an after dinner cheese and what a match !
William Smith’s Avatar William Smith
28th August 2022 at 03:25
I upped the gin a little, because gin. Used Amontillado. Interesting! It reminded me of a less-sweet Martinez.
Miguel Perales’ Avatar Miguel Perales
20th August 2022 at 22:53
I used Amontillado sherry, which gave it a dry, slightly acidic taste. Quite a complex drink. Glad this was for a Nick & Nora. Anything larger may have been too much. Will have to try other Sherries to see how it changes.
John Hinojos’ Avatar John Hinojos
12th June 2022 at 00:21
Was looking for a unique cocktail for International Gin Day. The name caught my eye, and decided to try.
What a great way to observe the day and a perfect aperitif with nuts and cheese. Bursts of flavours which change as the cocktail has a chance to breathe. It is small, but does deliver with great taste.
Richard Christmas’ Avatar Richard Christmas
23rd March 2022 at 19:05
Seconded. But why such small quantities?
Richard Christmas’ Avatar Richard Christmas
27th March 2022 at 13:32
Thank you for the explanation. I suppose I am just greedy.
Simon Difford’s Avatar Simon Difford
24th March 2022 at 14:31
Seemed to work better bite-sized and served in a Nick & Nora rather than stretched to suit a Coupe.
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5th July 2020 at 23:39
Delicious.