Classic El Presidente Cocktail
Photo: Stuart Mullenberg
Use real grenadine for the best-tasting results.
The classic El Presidente cocktail is refreshing and full of flavor. Be sure to use real grenadine for the best-tasting results.
Ingredients
- 1½ oz. rich white rum
- 1½ oz. Dolin Vermouth Blanc (Martini & Rossi or Cinzano Bianco are fine substitutes)
- 1 barspoon orange Curaçao or Grand Marnier
- ½ barspoon real grenadine
- Thinly cut orange peel
- Tools:barspoon, mixing glass, strainer
- Glass:cocktail
- Garnish:maraschino cherry (optional)
Preparation
Stir ingredients well with cracked ice and strain into a chilled glass. Twist a swatch of thinly cut orange peel over the top and drop in or discard. Garnish, if desired, with a cherry.