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El Presidente Cocktail

The El Presidente Cocktail from Cuba is a subtly sweet, citrus rum drink. Boozy and sophisticated, this classic drink is sure to delight any palate.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 1
Calories/serving 184 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 cocktail serving glass
  • 1 mixing glass

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ oz golden rum
  • 1 oz blanc vermouth
  • ½ oz orange liqueur
  • ¼ oz grenadine
  • ice cubes
  • orange zest optional garnish

Instructions 

  • Fill a mixing glass with ice cubes.
  • Add the rum, vermouth, orange curacao, and grenadine. Stir together until well chilled, about 30 - 60 seconds.
  • Strain the drink into a chilled cocktail glass and add any desired garnish before enjoying it immediately.

Notes

Measure accurately: Use a jigger or a measuring cup to measure your ingredients accurately. A precise measurement can make a big difference in the balance and flavor of your cocktail.
Adjust the sweetness: If you prefer a sweeter cocktail, you can add a dash of simple syrup, maple syrup, or honey.
High-quality ingredients: Choosing good-quality ingredients will significantly improve your El Presidente Cocktail. Like most classic cocktails, each ingredient that is added should be chosen carefully because it is a simple drink and each element stands out and plays an important role.
Perfect your balance: It is easy to adjust this cocktail to your exact preferences. If you want more body, try a richly flavored aged rum. If you want to sweeten the vermouth, try a red style of vermouth. And if you find the cocktail too orange-heavy, lessen the amount of curaçao you add.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 184kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 0.03gFat: 0.04gSaturated Fat: 0.02gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.01gSodium: 3mgPotassium: 7mgSugar: 8gCalcium: 1mgIron: 0.03mg
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