Cocktail recipe

Knickerbocker

Aged rum, raspberry and orange curaçao make the Knickerbocker a rich fruit sour rather than a long, diluted punch.

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Knickerbocker

Description

Aged rum, raspberry and orange curaçao make the Knickerbocker a rich fruit sour rather than a long, diluted punch. Shake and strain for a cold, well-mixed finish.

Ingredients

  • 55 ml Aged Rum
  • 15 ml Raspberry syrup
  • 15 ml Orange Curacao
  • 25 ml lime juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the serving glass. Use fresh ice for a rocks, highball or wine-glass serve; chill stemware for a drink served without ice.
  2. Measure 55 ml Aged Rum, 15 ml Raspberry syrup, 15 ml Orange Curacao, 25 ml lime juice into a shaker with plenty of ice.
  3. Shake for 12–15 seconds, then strain into the prepared glass.
  4. Finish with the suggested garnish and serve immediately.

Recommended glassware

Rocks Glass
Rocks Glass (Recommended)

A classic short tumbler for drinks served on the rocks.

180–300 ml Compact tumbler for ice-based serves.

Best for: Whiskey on the rocks, Negroni, Old Fashioned, spirits over ice.

Garnish: Ideal for twists, cherries, and clear cubes.

Quick facts

5 minutes Easy Approx. 19.6% ABV 2.7 alcohol units Ice cubes Batch friendly
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