AUTHENTIC CYPRIOT TAVERNA BRANDY SOUR COCKTAIL
These were without doubt the most popular drink that we served in the restaurant I ran in Cyprus! They are known as the National Drink of Cyprus, and are delicious as well as being very refreshing. We used to make these with the local Cypriot brandy, which is not as strong as normal French brandy or cognac and has a delectable caramel taste to it. We also used the local angostura bitters, known as "Cock Drops", which as you can imagine, brought raised eyebrows and howls of laughter from overseas guests and tourists! A little history behind the cocktail: The Cypriot Brandy Sour style was developed following the introduction of the first blended brandy made on Cyprus, by the Haggipavlu family, in the early 1930s. The cocktail was developed at the Forest Park Hotel, in the hill-resort of Plátres in the beautiful Troodos Mountain range, for the young King Farouk of Egypt, who often stayed at the hotel during his frequent visits to the island. The Brandy Sour was introduced as an alcoholic substitute for iced tea, as a way of disguising the Muslim monarch's preference for Western-style cocktails. The drink subsequently spread to other bars and hotels in the fasionable Platres area, before making its way to the coastal resorts of Limassol, Paphos and Kyrenia, and the capital Nicosia. With increasing numbers of tourists visiting the island in the last thirty years, and the large garrison of British servicemen stationed on the island, the Cypriot Brandy Sour is now known around the world. This is how we used to make them in our restaurant - a trade secet shared!!
Provided by French Tart
Categories Punch Beverage
Time 2m
Yield 1 Brandy Sour, 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Add the angostura bitters to a tall glass, and then pour in the brandy followed by the lemon cordial. (2 measures of brandy to 1 measure of lemon cordial is the ratio.).
- Stir before topping up with lemonade (for a classic, slightly sweeter drink) or soda water (for less sweetness and a more pronounced brandy flavour) and add plenty of ice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 250.9, Sodium 0.8
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Odoh Ebule
[email protected]This cocktail is really good. The brandy flavor is subtle and well-balanced, and the lemon and sugar really bring out its best qualities. I'll definitely be making this cocktail again.
Khanbaba khanbaba
[email protected]I love this cocktail! It's so easy to make and it's perfect for a party. I love that it can be made ahead of time, so I can just relax and enjoy my guests when they arrive.
Sunny Klaus
[email protected]This cocktail is delicious! The brandy and lemon juice are a perfect combination, and the egg white gives it a nice frothy texture. I'll definitely be making this cocktail again.
MD Salamot
[email protected]I made this cocktail for my friends last night and they loved it! It's the perfect cocktail for a summer party. It's light and refreshing, and the brandy gives it a nice kick. I'll definitely be making this cocktail again.
Clara Tims
[email protected]This cocktail is the perfect way to end a meal. It's light and refreshing, and the brandy gives it a nice touch of elegance. I'll definitely be making this cocktail again.
Laxman Chand
[email protected]This cocktail is really easy to make and it's perfect for a party. I love that it can be made ahead of time, so I can just relax and enjoy my guests when they arrive.
Gaspard Chishugi
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of brandy, but this cocktail is really good. The lemon juice and sugar balance out the brandy flavor perfectly. I'll definitely be making this cocktail again.
Mantas Profas
[email protected]I love this cocktail! It's so refreshing and flavorful. The brandy and lemon juice are a perfect combination, and the egg white gives it a nice frothy texture. I'll definitely be making this cocktail again.
Ijash Ija
[email protected]This cocktail is delicious! It's the perfect balance of sweet and sour, and the brandy gives it a nice kick. I love that it's so easy to make, too. I'll definitely be making this cocktail again.
Jared Paredes
[email protected]I made this cocktail for my friends last weekend and they loved it! It's the perfect balance of sweet and sour, and the brandy gives it a nice depth of flavor. I will definitely be making this cocktail again.
Kate Baby
[email protected]This cocktail is easy to make and perfect for a party. I love that it can be made ahead of time, so I can just relax and enjoy my guests when they arrive.
Bill Southorn
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of brandy, but this cocktail changed my mind. The brandy flavor is subtle and well-balanced, and the lemon and sugar really bring out its best qualities. This is a great cocktail for those who want to try something new.
Jamal
[email protected]This cocktail is so refreshing and flavorful! I love that it's not too sweet, and the brandy gives it a nice kick. It's the perfect drink to enjoy on a hot summer day.
Shabeer Mallah
[email protected]I tried the Brandy Sour Cocktail recipe last night and it was a hit! The combination of brandy, lemon juice, and sugar is perfectly balanced, and the addition of egg white gives it a lovely frothy texture. I'll definitely be making this cocktail agai