Brandy Flip (Hot and Cold)

Hot Brandy Flip

Ingredients

1.5 oz.Brandy
1 TeaspoonPowdered Sugar
1Whole Egg
To TopHot Water (or Hot Milk)
GarnishNutmeg

Directions

  • Combine the Brandy, Sugar and Egg in a Cocktail Shaker
  • Dry Shake vigorously for 20 seconds
  • Pour into a Mug
  • Top with Hot Water
  • Stir till combined
  • Garnish with Grated Nutmeg

Flips are some of the oldest Cocktails, originating in colonial America in the 1600’s. They were originally served hot, with Hot Water being used. Flips and Nogs are very similar, the main difference being that Nogs contain Cream. That distinction has faded in time as cream has started to be used in Flips.

Cold Brandy Flip

Ingredients

1.5 oz.Brandy
1 TeaspoonPowdered Sugar
1Whole Egg
.5 oz.Cream (Optional)
GarnishNutmeg

Directions

  • Combine the Brandy, Sugar, Cream and Egg in a Cocktail Shaker
  • Dry Shake vigorously for 30 seconds
  • Add Ice to the Shaker
  • Wet Shake for 15 seconds
  • Strain into a Cocktail Glass or Coupe
  • Garnish with Grated Nutmeg

Mint Julep

Mint Julep

Ingredients

2 oz.Bourbon
.25 oz.Simple Syrup
(or Powdered Sugar and Water)
8Mint Leaves
2 DashesAromatic Bitters
GarnishMint Sprig

Directions

  • Combine the Mint Leaves and Simple Syrup in a Silver Cup
  • Muddle the Mint Leaves
  • Add the Bourbon and Ice
  • Stir till combined
  • Top with a dome of Crushed Ice
  • Garnish with the Bitters, a Mint Sprig and Straw

The Mint Julep originated in the 1700’s in the southern United States. Originally it was used as a medicine. Eventually, in 1900’s, the drink became synonymous with the Kentucky Derby. This is an Official IBA Cocktail.

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