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Brandy Crusta cocktail

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Brandy Crusta

A classic citrusy cocktail with brandy, orange curaçao, and maraschino liqueur.

Base
Other
Difficulty
Medium
Strength
Strong
Origin
United States

Ingredients

Steps

  1. Rim a Coupe Glass to create a Sugar Rim and set aside.
  2. Add Brandy, Orange Curaçao, Maraschino Liqueur, Lemon Juice, Simple Syrup, and Angostura Bitters into a Cocktail Shaker filled with ice.
  3. Shake until well-chilled.
  4. Strain into the prepared Coupe Glass.
  5. Garnish with a Lemon Twist.

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About the Brandy Crusta

The Brandy Crusta is a classic cocktail originating in New Orleans in the mid-19th century. It is considered a precursor to the modern Sidecar, featuring a sugar-rimmed glass and a balanced blend of Brandy, Orange Curaçao, and Lemon Juice.

Named for its elaborate presentation with a sugared rim and lemon twist garnish, the Brandy Crusta is a sophisticated cocktail with a citrus-forward flavor and a touch of sweetness. Its rich history and refined profile make it a timeless choice for cocktail enthusiasts.

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How this compares

  • Between the Sheets

    Both are spirit-forward with brandy, but Between the Sheets adds rum and cognac, and has a sour profile.

  • Old Fashioned

    Both are strong cocktails, but the Old Fashioned uses whiskey and is simpler, while the Brandy Crusta has a citrus-forward profile with a sugared rim.

  • Sidecar

    Both use citrus and a sugar rim, but the Sidecar uses lemon juice and triple sec, while the Brandy Crusta features orange curaçao and maraschino liqueur.

  • Bobby Burns

    Both are herbal and spirit-forward, but the Bobby Burns uses Scotch whisky and Bénédictine, while the Brandy Crusta uses brandy and orange curaçao.

  • Manhattan

    Both are spirit-forward, but the Manhattan uses whiskey and sweet vermouth, while the Brandy Crusta is more citrusy and uses brandy with a sugar rim.

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