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Mikado

A complex and aromatic brandy cocktail featuring three types of bitters with curaçao and orgeat for an exotic profile.

brandyMedium~30% ABV
MethodStirGlassCoupeIcenoneGarnishNone
⚠ Contains: 🍷 Sulfites, tree nuts
Recipe
Serves1
Ingredients
  • 2 ozcognac
  • ¼ ozorange curacao
  • ¼ ozorgeat
  • 2 dashesangostura bitters
  • 2 dashesorange bitters
Instructions
  1. 1Add all ingredients to a mixing glass with ice.
  2. 2Stir for 25-30 seconds until well chilled.
  3. 3Strain into a chilled coupe.
  4. 4Serve without garnish.
#classic#savoy#exotic#bitters#stirred
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History & Origin

The Mikado cocktail from the Savoy Cocktail Book takes its name from the Japanese term for Emperor. The drink likely pays homage to Gilbert and Sullivan's popular operetta of the same name, with its exotic combination of flavors suggesting Oriental mystery.

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