Ladies’ Delight

Written By Al Culliton

The Ladies’ Delight is a brandy, rum, and coffee drink featured in William Schmidt’s The Flowing Bowl, published in 1892. The original spec is topped with ice cream and berries. I've wanted to recreate this drink for years now and this month's theme gave me the opportunity. In addition to Cognac and coffee (in the form of cold brew), it has crème de cacao, amaro, vanilla syrup, and a touch of salt. After a little experimentation, I love the way the styling on this drink turned out.

INGREDIENTS

1½ oz. brandy
½ oz. Alpine amaro
½ oz. crème de cacao
½ oz. rich vanilla syrup
2 oz. cold brew
6 drops saline solution

Garnish: ice cream, cherry

ABV LEVEL

Combine all in a shaker. Add ice and shake for 10-12 seconds. Strain into a footed glass and top with pebble ice. Add a small scoop of ice cream on top and a cherry. Serve with a straw and a small spoon.

 
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