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Valencia Cocktail
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Valencia Cocktail

A fruity and citrus brandy cocktail ∙ Shake ∙ 3 min ∙ 14.6%

Ingredients

~137 kcal per serving

1
Servings
  • Apricot brandy liqueurApricot brandy liqueur45 ml
  • Orange juice (freshly squeezed)Orange juice (freshly squeezed)25 ml
  • Orange bittersOrange bitters4 dashes

Garnish

  • Orange twistOrange twist

Instructions for 1 serving

  1. Pre-chill a glass
  2. Shake all ingredients with ice: Apricot brandy liqueur 45 ml · Orange juice 25 ml · Orange bitters 4 dashes
  3. Fine strain into the chilled glass
  4. Express an orange twist over the cocktail and use as garnish

History

Valencia Cocktail No.1 is a vintage martini-like drink from the 1930 Savoy Cocktail Book known for its rich apricot and bright orange bitters profile. This elegant cocktail beautifully balances fruitiness and aromatic bitterness, offering a refined yet approachable experience. Perfect for moments that call for a stylish, classic sip. It delivers a spirited and sophisticated finish that gently lingers.

Tags

  • Brandy
  • Sour
  • Europe
  • Solo night
  • Aperitif
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
  • Lactose-free
  • Fruity
  • Citrus

Tags

  • Brandy
  • Sour
  • Europe
  • Solo night
  • Aperitif
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
  • Lactose-free
  • Fruity
  • Citrus

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