American Beauty
An elegant layered cocktail featuring brandy, vermouth, orange juice, and a float of ruby port, with a subtle mint accent.
- ¾ ozcognac
- ¾ ozdry vermouth
- ¾ ozorange juice
- ¼ ozgrenadine
- 1 barspoonwhite creme de menthe
- ½ ozruby port(float)
- Rose petalgarnish
- 1Add brandy, vermouth, orange juice, grenadine, and crème de menthe to a shaker with ice.
- 2Shake well until chilled.
- 3Strain into a Collins glass.
- 4Float ruby port on top by pouring slowly over the back of a bar spoon.
- 5Garnish with a rose petal if available.
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First published in Lucius Beebe's 1946 Stork Club Bar Book, the American Beauty was recommended as a noon restorative. Named after the famous long-stemmed roses carried by beauty pageant winners, this cocktail features a distinctive port float that creates a beautiful layered presentation.
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