El Capitán
Cocktail Recipe
Description
A classic cocktail that balances the sweetness of vermouth with the depth of rum, creating a rich and flavorful drink that transports you to another world.
History
El Capitán is believed to have originated in the early 20th century in Latin America, combining the influences of traditional rum cocktails and dry vermouth, embodying the spirit of adventure.
Instructions
Step 1.
- Chill a coupe glass by filling it with ice water and letting it sit.
Step 2.
- In a mixing glass, combine 2 oz of aged rum and 1 oz of sweet vermouth.
Step 3.
- Add 2 dashes of Angostura bitters to the mixing glass.
Step 4.
- Fill the mixing glass with ice and stir for about 30 seconds until well chilled.
Step 5.
- Discard the ice water from the coupe glass and strain the mixture into the chilled glass.
Step 6.
- Garnish with a Luxardo cherry.
Ingredients
2 oz Aged Rum
1 oz Sweet Vermouth
2 dashes Angostura Bitters (optional)
1 Luxardo Cherry (garnish)
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