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El Presidente cocktail served on tray with orange twist

El Presidente Cocktail Recipe


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  • Author: Nicole
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 1 serving 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This El Presidente cocktail is a smooth, elegant Cuban classic made with white rum, dry vermouth, orange curaçao, and grenadine. Its coral-pink hue and crisp, balanced flavor make it a refined choice for sipping. Stirred and served chilled, it’s perfect for summer nights or vintage-themed gatherings.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 1/2 ounces white rum
  • 3/4 ounce dry vermouth
  • 1/4 ounce orange curaçao
  • 2 dashes grenadine
  • Ice (for mixing)

Instructions

  1. Add white rum, vermouth, orange curaçao, and grenadine to a mixing glass filled with ice.
  2. Stir gently for about 20 seconds until well chilled.
  3. Strain into a chilled coupe or cocktail glass.
  4. Garnish with an orange twist (optional).
  5. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use quality grenadine made from real pomegranate for better flavor.
  • Substitute blanc vermouth if you prefer a slightly sweeter profile.
  • Do not use spiced or aged rum, as it distorts the cocktail’s balance.
  • Chill your glass before serving to maintain flavor clarity.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Drinks
  • Method: Stirred
  • Cuisine: Cuban

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cocktail
  • Calories: 155 kcal
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 2 mg
  • Fat: 0 g
  • Saturated Fat: 0 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 7 g
  • Fiber: 0 g
  • Protein: 0 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg