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The Pyrenees

With Oloroso

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This cocktail is a trip!  It pushes the drinker to enjoy multiple sherries in a different way. The earthiness of the coffee infused Dolin Blanc play so nicely with the saline and yeastiness of the Tio Pepe fino sherry. The Guatemala Finca el Injerto has a buttery structure, supported by honey and brown sugar with complimentary notes of orange, plum and dark chocolate. There is weight and body with the combination of Pierre Ferrand cognac and Lustau Moscatel sherry.  And the Lepanto spanish brandy and Lustau Oloroso sherry compliment each other so well, bringing out notes of honey and almonds. The cherry on top is a shout out to Manzanilla sherry by using a couple dashes of honey-chamomile bitters, since Manzanilla means chamomile in Spanish.

Ingredients

Instructions

The Pyrenees

Stir/Up - Coupe.

Garnish with light orange oil and a chamomile flower.

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Author , Brooklyn, NY United States of America

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Serving and consuming

Oloroso with food

The ideal temperature at which to serve an Oloroso is at between 12 and 14ºC. 

This is the most suitable wine to accompany red meat and game. It combines perfectly with meat stews and casseroles; especially gelatinous meat such as bull's tail or cheeks. The perfect match for wild mushrooms and well cured cheeses.

  • Slightly Chilled in a White Wine Glass

    Serve it between 12° and 14° C in a white wine glass.

  • Smooth and Persistent

    Ideal accompaniment for prolonging the sensation of intense flavours.

  • Ideal to Drink Glass by Glass

    Its composition allows it to be stored in open bottles for months.