Rhine Wine Cup Cocktail Recipe | CookOS

Rhine Wine Cup

Name: Rhine Wine Cup Cocktail Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 tsp Powdered Sugar; 6 oz Carbonated Water; 1/2 oz Old Mr. Boston Triple Sec; 1/2 oz Old Mr. Boston Curacao; 2 oz Old Mr. Boston California Brandy

Rhine Wine Cup is a light, effervescent cocktail blending Old Mr. Boston brandy, triple sec, and curaçao with carbonated water and powdered sugar. It's a refreshing citrus-forward drink ideal for entertaining.

🏷️Equipment: claret glass

Total

5 min

Servings

Difficulty

Medium

Est. Cost

$13–$21

Recipe Source

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From Mr. Boston Drinks · by Old Mr. Boston De Luxe Official Bartender's Guide

Ingredients

4 tsp Powdered Sugar
6 oz Carbonated Water
1/2 oz Old Mr. Boston Triple Sec

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1/2 oz Old Mr. Boston Curacao

2 oz Old Mr. Boston California Brandy

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Instructions

1
Use Large Glass Pitcher.
2
Fill pitcher with cubes of ice.
3
Add 1 pint of Rhine Wine.
4
Stir well and decorate with as many fruits as available and also rind of cucumber inserted on each side of pitcher.
5
Top with small bunch of mint sprigs.
6
Serve in 5 oz.
7
Claret glass.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Dissolve powdered sugar completely in a small amount of brandy before mixing to avoid grittiness.
Chill all ingredients and glassware before serving to keep the drink refreshing without over-diluting from melting ice.
Add carbonated water last and gently stir to maintain fizz and prevent the drink from becoming flat.
Use fresh carbonated water rather than flat soda; the effervescence is essential to the drink's character.

Substitutions

Old Mr. Boston Triple Sec → Cointreau (premium substitute, slightly drier)
Old Mr. Boston Curaçao → Grand Marnier (orange liqueur, deeper flavor)
Old Mr. Boston California Brandy → Cognac (smoother, more complex)
Powdered Sugar → simple syrup, 1/2 oz (easier to mix, same sweetness)

Storage & make-ahead

Mix fresh to order; do not store prepared drink. Pre-mix dry ingredients and liqueurs separately up to 1 day ahead.

Common Questions

What's the difference between triple sec and curaçao in this drink?

Triple sec is a clear, orange-flavored liqueur with sharper citrus notes, while curaçao is deeper and slightly more complex. Both add orange flavor and sweetness; the combination balances brightness and depth.

Can I make this drink in advance for a party?

Mix all ingredients except carbonated water in advance, then add chilled sparkling water just before serving to preserve carbonation and freshness.

How should this drink be served?

Serve in a wine glass or punch cup filled with ice. The sparkling water keeps it light and refreshing.

What type of brandy works best?

California brandy is traditional for this recipe, but any quality brandy will work. Avoid overly aged or expensive bottles since mixing dilutes their complexity.