Refreshing and Tropical Fog-Cutter Cocktail Recipe

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Indulge in the exotic flavors of rum, gin, brandy, and citrus juices with this Fog-Cutter cocktail recipe. This refreshing drink is perfect for sipping on a hot summer day or as a festive party drink. It's a must-try for cocktail enthusiasts looking for a taste of the tropics.

Ingredients

  • 1 oz white rum
  • 1 oz gin
  • 1 oz brandy
  • 2 oz orange juice
  • 1/2 oz lemon juice
  • 1/2 oz orgeat syrup
  • 1/2 oz sweet sherry
  • Ice cubes
  • Mint sprig and orange slice, for garnish

Directions

  1. In a shaker, combine the white rum, gin, brandy, orange juice, lemon juice, and orgeat syrup.
  2. Fill the shaker with ice cubes and shake well for about 30 seconds.
  3. Strain the mixture into a tall glass filled with ice cubes.
  4. Float the sweet sherry on top of the drink by pouring it gently over the back of a spoon.
  5. Garnish with a mint sprig and an orange slice.
  6. Serve and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • The Fog-Cutter cocktail was created in the 1930s as a signature drink at Trader Vic's, a famous tiki bar in San Francisco.
  • The name 'Fog-Cutter' is said to refer to the drink's ability to 'cut through the fog' and lift one's spirits.