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La Jolla

A California-inspired brandy sour enhanced with banana liqueur and orange juice for a sun-kissed tropical twist.

brandyMedium~20% ABV
MethodShakeGlassCoupeIcenoneGarnishOrange slice
⚠ Contains: 🍷 Sulfites
Recipe
Serves1
Ingredients
  • ozcognac
  • ½ ozbanana liqueur
  • ½ ozorange juice
  • ½ ozlemon juice
  • Orange slicegarnish
Instructions
  1. 1Add all ingredients to a shaker with ice.
  2. 2Shake well until chilled.
  3. 3Strain into a chilled coupe.
  4. 4Garnish with an orange slice.
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History & Origin

Named after the affluent San Diego beach community, La Jolla cocktail captures the California spirit with its bright, tropical flavors. The combination of brandy with banana and citrus creates a drink that's as sunny as its namesake coastal town.

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