El Presidente
A sophisticated Cuban classic from the Prohibition era — rum, orange curacao, dry vermouth, and a touch of grenadine create an elegant, spirit-forward sipper. — Crafted by Blinner with Love
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz White rum
- 0.8 oz Dry vermouth
- 0.8 oz Orange curacao
- 1 barspoon Grenadine
- orange twist (garnish) garnish
Pairs With
Serve alongside Cuban-inspired appetizers like empanadas, croquetas, or citrus-marinated shrimp to complement its sophisticated citrus-forward profile and Prohibition-era Cuban heritage.
Instructions
Add rum, dry vermouth, curacao, and grenadine to a mixing glass with ice
Stir for 20 to 30 seconds until well chilled
Strain into a chilled coupe glass
Express an orange twist over the drink and rest it on the rim
Tips
This is a stirred cocktail — do not shake, the clarity is part of its elegance Use a quality aged white rum like Havana Club or Plantation 3 Stars Pierre Ferrand Dry Curacao is the ideal orange liqueur for this recipe