Poop Deck Cocktail

Pro tips

• Chill your mixing glass and serving glass before stirring to keep the cocktail cold longer without over-dilution.
• Use a 1:1:0.5 ratio as a baseline (1 oz brandy, 1 oz port, 0.5 oz blackberry brandy); adjust blackberry brandy to taste for sweetness.
• Stir gently for 20–30 seconds with large ice cubes to chill without bruising or over-diluting the spirit blend.
• Let the drink rest 5 seconds after straining to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

Substitutions

• Mr. Boston Five Star Brandy → Cognac or any 80-proof brandy (richer, more complex alternative)
• Mr. Boston Blackberry Flavored Brandy → crème de cassis or blackberry liqueur (sweeter, less brandy-forward)
• Port → tawny port or ruby port (tawny is drier; ruby is fruitier)

Equipment

mixing glass · bar spoon · jigger · fine strainer · coupe glass or rocks glass

What does a Poop Deck Cocktail taste like?

It tastes smooth and fruity with warm brandy undertones, blackberry sweetness, and the rich tannins from port wine.

Can I make a Poop Deck Cocktail without blackberry brandy?

Yes. Substitute regular brandy or use crème de cassis for similar berry depth, though the flavor profile will shift.

Should this cocktail be shaken or stirred?

Stir with ice in a mixing glass for 20–30 seconds, then strain into a coupe or rocks glass to preserve the drink's silky texture.

What glassware should I use?

Serve in a coupe glass for an elegant presentation, or a rocks glass over a single large ice cube if serving cold.

What garnish works best?

A lemon twist or cherry complements the brandy and berry flavors without overpowering the drink.