Club Cocktail

Other Family • December 16, 2025

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A photo of the Sherry Sunset cocktail containing Valdespino Inocente Fino Sherry, Graham's 10 Year Old Aged Tawny Port, Angostura Orange Bitters in a Martini.

Curiada Ingredients

1.50 fl oz Valdespino Inocente Fino Sherry or alternative
1.50 fl oz Graham's 10 Year Old Aged Tawny Port or alternative
1.00 dash Angostura Orange Bitters or alternative

Directions

Chill martini glass
Add all ingredients to mixing glass
Add ice to mixing glass
Stir well
Strain into chilled martini glass
Express orange zest twist over drink and drop into glass

Cocktail Description

The Club Cocktail isn't just a cocktail—it's a master class in fortified wine complexity that unfolds with each sip.

This sophisticated sipper brings together the bone-dry salinity of Fino Sherry with the rich, nutty sweetness of aged Tawny Port, creating a beautiful tension between savory and sweet notes. Orange bitters bridge these contrasting elements with subtle citrus aromatics that complement the orange garnish. Perfect for early evening gatherings or as a contemplative nightcap, this cocktail shines when served alongside tapas-style nibbles—particularly Marcona almonds, aged cheese, or jamón ibérico. The stirred preparation makes it remarkably simple to create despite its complex flavor profile, requiring just three ingredients and minimal technique. When properly chilled, the Club Cocktail offers a silky mouthfeel that carries flavors of toasted nuts, dried fruits, and saline minerality across the palate.