There is a lot more to be thankful for thank cocktails, we know that. We certainly wouldn’t want the title of this story to mislead you.
The following honor of Thanksgiving, here are some thankful themed cocktails using Russian Standard Vodka, Frangelico and Flor de Cana 7yr old Rum that we’re proud to share on BourbonBlog.com!
Thanksgiving in Russia
1 ½ oz. Russian Standard Vodka
¾ oz. Pumpkin puree
½ oz. Frangelico Hazelnut liqueur
½ oz. Lime juice
¼ oz. Agave nectar
Rim glass with graham cracker crust or top with a seasonal fruit. Shake and double strain into cocktail glass and garnish with nutmeg.
By Duane Fernandez Jr. of Entwine Bar in New York City
Frangelico Flip
2.5 oz Frangelico
5 simple syrup (1:1 uncooked)
1 whole egg
Angostura bitter spray.
Dry shake whole egg. Add frangelico and simple syrup. Shake 20 times. Double strain and pour into a martini glass.
Spray angostura bitters on top and a cinnamon stick.
By Neal Bodenheimer of Cure Bar in New Orleans
Thanks, Nicaragua
2 oz. Flor de Cana 7yr old Rum
1/2 oz. crème de Yvette
3/4 oz. black pepper vanilla syrup
3/4 oz. fresh lemon juice
Add all ingredients to an iSi “Twist and Sparkle” carbonating beverage system, then pour over ice into highball glass.
Garnish: lemon wheel and vanilla bean Serve with: caramelized pecans
By Jonathan Pogash of the thecocktailguru.com
Fall Fig Cocktail with Maple
2 oz Russian Standard Vodka
1/2 oz Maple Syrup
1 tbsp of fig puree
2 oz Lemon Juice
1 oz Regatta Ginger Beer
Garnish with 1 honey comb log dipped in maple syrup. Muddle the fruit and syrup in a shaker, add the lemon juice and Russian Standard.
Add ice and shake well. Strain into a glass and top with ginger beer. For garnish, dip honey comb in maple syrup and place atop the cocktail.
By Linnea Johansson, Chef and Party Planner from New York City
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