Claret Cup is a sophisticated brandy-based cocktail balanced with triple sec, curaçao, and carbonated water, delivering a refreshing and elegantly sweet libation.
Recipe Source
View original recipeFrom Mr. Boston Drinks · by Old Mr. Boston De Luxe Official Bartender's Guide
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Use Large Glass Pitcher.
Fill pitcher with cubes of ice.
Add 1 pint of Claret.
Stir well and decorate with as many fruits as available and also rind of cucumber inserted on each side of pitcher.
Top with small bunch of mint sprigs.
Serve in 5 oz.
claret glass.
Prepare base mixture (brandy, liqueurs, sugar) up to 2 days ahead in a sealed bottle; add carbonated water fresh at serving time.
A smooth, aged brandy like Old Mr. Boston Five Star or similar quality spirit works best. Avoid overly harsh or grain-forward brands.
Mix the brandy, liqueurs, and powdered sugar in advance, but add carbonated water just before serving to maintain fizz.
Yes, serve over ice in a cocktail glass for proper dilution and temperature.
Triple sec is a dry, colorless orange liqueur; curaçao is typically sweeter and often colored. Both add orange notes but with different intensity.
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