Barrio Swizzle

This refreshing and flavorful cocktail is a tribute to the iconic Rossini opera, the Barber of Seville. The Barrio Swizzle is a delightful combination of manzanilla sherry, rye, Cappelletti, lemon juice, orgeat, orange flower water, and orange bitters. Its harmonious blend of ingredients creates a balanced and invigorating drink that embodies the spirit of a Spanish swizzle with a touch of julep elegance.

Barrio Swizzle

A harmonious blend of manzanilla sherry, rye, Cappelletti, lemon juice, orgeat, orange flower water, and orange bitters, the Barrio Swizzle is a refreshing and flavorful tribute to the iconic Rossini opera, the Barber of Seville.

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Ingredients

  • 1 oz manzanilla sherry (preferably Hidalgo)
  • 1/2 oz rye whiskey (preferably Old Overholt)
  • 3/4 oz Cappelletti
  • 1/2 oz lemon juice
  • 1/4 oz orgeat
  • 1/2 eye dropper vial orange flower water
  • 3 dashes orange bitters

Instructions

  1. Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker.
  2. Add ice and shake vigorously until well-chilled.
  3. Strain the mixture into a julep tin or rocks glass.
  4. Top with crushed ice.
  5. Garnish with crushed marcona almonds, finely channeled orange zest, and a fancy cocktail parasol if available.