Sauternes Cup Cocktail Recipe | CookOS

Sauterne Cup

Name: Sauternes 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 Triple Sec; 1/2 oz Curacao; 2 oz Old Mr. Boston Five Star Brandy

Sauternes Cup is a light, effervescent brandy cocktail combining Old Mr. Boston Five Star Brandy with triple sec, curaçao, powdered sugar, and carbonated water. The sparkling finish makes it an elegant and refreshing aperitif.

🏷️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 Triple Sec

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1/2 oz Curacao

2 oz Old Mr. Boston Five Star Brandy

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Instructions

1
Use large glass pitcher.
2
Fill pitcher with cubes of ice.
3
Add 1 pint of Sauterne.
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

Chill all ingredients and glassware before mixing to ensure the drink stays cold without over-dilution.
Dissolve the powdered sugar thoroughly in a small amount of brandy or warm water first to prevent grittiness.
Add carbonated water last and stir gently to maintain fizz and prevent deflation.
Use fresh, high-quality carbonated water rather than flat soda for the clearest, brightest flavor.

Substitutions

Old Mr. Boston Five Star Brandy → Cognac or other brandy (adjust for alcohol proof and smoothness)
Triple Sec → Cointreau (more premium, slightly less sweet)
Curaçao → Grand Marnier (darker, richer orange flavor)

Storage & make-ahead

This cocktail is best served immediately after preparation. Do not store mixed drinks; prepare to order.

Common Questions

What's the difference between triple sec and curaçao?

Both are orange liqueurs, but curaçao is made from bitter orange peels and has a richer flavor; triple sec is drier and more neutral. This recipe uses both for depth and balance.