The American Beauty Cocktail is a classic pre-Prohibition aperitif blending brandy, dry vermouth, and grenadine with bright orange juice and a whisper of white crème de menthe for herbal depth.
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Shake with ice and strain into cocktail glass and top with a dash of port.
jigger · cocktail shaker or mixing glass · bar spoon · fine strainer · coupe or cocktail glass
Use a mid-range cognac or brandy—nothing too premium, as the other ingredients will balance it. Avoid cheap blends.
Mix fresh to order for best flavor; prepare ingredients in advance but combine only when serving to preserve aromatics.
Stir gently with ice for 15–20 seconds to chill and combine, then strain into a coupe or cocktail glass.
White (clear) is more delicate and won't tint the drink; green is bolder. This recipe calls for white to preserve the amber-ruby color.
