Poop Deck Cocktail

Pro tips

• Chill your glass before pouring to keep the cocktail cold longer.
• Stir ingredients with ice for 10-15 seconds to chill and slightly dilute the drink for balance.
• Use quality brandy; the spirit-forward base means cheaper brands will be noticeable.
• Pour over one large ice cube if serving on the rocks to minimize dilution.

Substitutions

• Old Mr. Boston Blackberry Brandy → other fruit brandy or blackberry liqueur (adjusts sweetness)
• Port Wine → tawny port or ruby port (changes depth and oxidation character)
• Old Mr. Boston Five Star Brandy → cognac or standard brandy (similar ABV and profile)

Can I substitute the brandy types in this cocktail?

You can swap blackberry brandy for another fruit brandy or liqueur, but it will change the flavor profile. Five star brandy is a specific product; use a cognac or standard brandy as a substitute.

Should this cocktail be served cold?

Yes, serve it chilled over ice or as a cocktail. You can stir with ice and strain, or pour over a single large ice cube.

What type of glass is best for the Poop Deck?

A coupe glass, cocktail glass, or small rocks glass works well for this drink.

Is this a sweet or dry cocktail?

It leans sweet due to the blackberry brandy, but port wine adds some tannin and depth to balance it.