El Presidente (cocktail)
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| Type | Cocktail |
|---|---|
| Primary alcohol by volume | |
| Served | Straight up; without ice |
| Standard garnish |
twist of orange peel |
| Standard drinkware | .svg.png){kind=small} |
| Commonly used ingredients | |
| Preparation | stir well with ice, then strain into glass. Garnish and serve. |
The El Presidente is a mix of rum, curaçao, vermouth, and grenadine.
History
The El Presidente earned its acclaim in Havana, Cuba during the 1920s through the 1940s during the American Prohibition. The cocktail was named in honor of President Gerardo Machado and quickly became the preferred drink of the Cuban upper class.
Sources
- Curtis, Wayne (May. 1, 2006). El Presidente. Lost Magazine.
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