Chapeau
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Chapeau
Photographed in an UB Koto Old Fashioned 30cl
| 2 1⁄4 oz | Caribbean blended rum aged 6-10 years |
| 1⁄2 oz | Monin Blackcurrant Syrup |
| 1⁄12 oz | Liquorice liqueur |
| 1⁄12 oz | White balsamic vinegar |
| 3 drop | Saline solution 4:1 (20g sea salt to 80g water) |
Prepare:
- Select and pre-chill an OLD-FASHIONED GLASS.
- Skewered blackberry or liquorice stick
How to make:
Garnish:
- Garnish with skewered blackberry or liquorice stick.
Strength & taste guide:
No alcohol
Medium
Boozy
Sweet
Medium
Dry/sour
Review:
The richness of blackcurrant syrup (25ml crème de cassis works well as a substitute) is balanced by the sourness of the vinegar with the liquorice and salt adding umami notes to the rich rum base.
History:
Adapted from a recipe created by Christoph Henkel at Shepheard Bar in Cologne, Germany. His original recipe won the German Bacardí Legacy 2017 Final and comprised:
60 ml Bacardí Gran Reserva 8 Años rum
20 ml Blackcurrant syrup
10 ml Vinegar aceto balsamico
1 pinch Grated liquorice
1 pinch Salt
The idea of a slower pace of life, with more room for real social interaction instead of media networking, was the inspiration behind my new drink. Chapeau is a drink that does justice to any occasion and bring people from all walks of life together.
Christoph Henkel, 2017
Simplicity is a feature I highly value in a drink. I was inspired by the essence of a Diaquiri – spirit, tartness, sweetness. I want my creation 'Chapeau' to be a future classic. The heart of my drink is Bacardí Gran Reserva 8 Años rum, which provides the full-bodied flavour of 'Chapeau'. The sweet earthy flavour of blackcurrant complements the smoothness of the rum and brings out its berry undertones, whilst vinegar makes for a soft tart taste perfectly balancing out the sweetness of the syrup. Finally, grated liquorice and salt adds a unique tang that tingles the tongue, and adds the flamboyance needed to make 'Chapeau' unforgettable!
Nutrition:
One serving of Chapeau contains 242 calories
Alcohol content:
- 1.6 standard drinks
- 25% alc./vol. (25° proof)
- 21.9 grams of pure alcohol
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