Sauterne Cup

Name: Sauterne Cup Cocktail Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 tsp Powdered Sugar; 6 oz Carbonated Water; 1 tbsp(s) Mr. Boston Triple Sec; 1 tbsp(s) Curacao; 2 oz Mr. Boston Five Star Brandy; 16 oz Sauterne

Sauterne Cup is a sophisticated wine cocktail combining sweet Sauterne wine with brandy, triple sec, and carbonated water. This light, sparkling drink works beautifully as an aperitif or brunch cocktail.

🏷️Equipment: claret glass

Total

5 min

Servings

4

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$14–$23

Recipe Source

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From Mr. Boston Drinks · by Mr. Boston Official Bartender's Guide 50th Anniversary Edition

Ingredients

4 tsp Powdered Sugar
6 oz Carbonated Water
1 tbsp(s) Mr. Boston Triple Sec

1 tbsp(s) Curacao

2 oz Mr. Boston Five Star Brandy

16 oz Sauterne

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Instructions

1
Put all ingredients in a large glass pitcher with ice.
2
Stir and decorate with fruits in season and also rind of cucumber inserted on each side of pitcher.
3
Top with a small bunch of mint sprigs.
4
Serve in claret glass.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Chill all components before mixing to prevent excessive dilution from ice.
Dissolve powdered sugar in a small amount of warm brandy first, then combine with other ingredients for even distribution.
Add carbonated water last and stir gently to preserve effervescence.
Serve immediately after adding carbonated water for maximum bubble retention.

Substitutions

Sauterne → dry white wine (lighter body, less sweetness)
Mr. Boston Triple Sec → Cointreau (smoother, premium alternative)
Mr. Boston Five Star Brandy → Cognac (higher quality, more complex)

Storage & make-ahead

This cocktail is best served fresh; prepare components ahead but add carbonated water and serve immediately.

Common Questions

What is the difference between triple sec and Curacao?

Both are orange liqueurs, but Curacao is typically deeper and more herbal, while triple sec is drier and more citrus-forward. This recipe uses both for balanced complexity.