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El Presidente (recipe No. 2)
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El Presidente (recipe No. 2)

A sweet and citrus rum cocktail ∙ Stir ∙ 3 min ∙ 24.2%

Ingredients

~178 kcal per serving

1
Servings
  • Light gold rumLight gold rum45 ml
  • Bianco vermouthBianco vermouth20 ml
  • Orange curaçao liqueurOrange curaçao liqueur10 ml
  • Grenadine syrupGrenadine syrup5 ml
  • Lime juice (freshly squeezed)Lime juice (freshly squeezed)10 ml

Garnish

  • Maraschino cherryMaraschino cherry

Instructions for 1 serving

  1. Pre-chill a glass
  2. Stir all ingredients with ice: Light gold rum 45 ml · Bianco vermouth 20 ml · Orange curaçao liqueur 10 ml · Grenadine syrup 5 ml · Lime juice 10 ml
  3. Fine strain into the chilled glass
  4. Garnish with a maraschino cherry

History

El Presidente is a glamorous Cuban cocktail from the island’s golden era, blending elegance and intrigue. It became a symbol of Havana’s nightlife and sophisticated gatherings. Drinking El Presidente evokes the charm of old-world Latin luxury.

Tags

  • Rum
  • Martini
  • Latin America
  • Dinner party
  • Celebration
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
  • Lactose-free
  • Sweet
  • Citrus

Tags

  • Rum
  • Martini
  • Latin America
  • Dinner party
  • Celebration
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
  • Lactose-free
  • Sweet
  • Citrus

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