Coronation Cocktail No.1

Martini & Riffs • December 16, 2025

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A photo of the Sherry On Top cocktail containing Valdespino Inocente Fino Sherry, Luxardo Maraschino Liqueur, Noilly Prat Dry Vermouth, Angostura Orange Bitters in a Coupe.

Curiada Ingredients

1.50 fl oz Valdespino Inocente Fino Sherry or alternative
0.25 fl oz Luxardo Maraschino Liqueur or alternative
1.50 fl oz Noilly Prat Dry Vermouth or alternative
2.00 dash Angostura Orange Bitters or alternative

Directions

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

Cocktail Description

Imagine the finest Spanish sherry wine transformed into a sophisticated cocktail that's both bone-dry and mysteriously complex.

The Coronation Cocktail No.1 is an elegant, spirit-forward cocktail where fino sherry takes the leading role, complemented perfectly by the subtle almond notes of maraschino liqueur and the herbal complexity of extra dry vermouth. With each sip, you'll notice a beautiful tension between the sherry's distinctive saline quality and the bright citrus from the orange bitters. This relatively simple cocktail requires no exotic ingredients or complicated techniques—just proper stirring and straining—making it accessible even to novice home bartenders. It's an ideal aperitif for dinner parties or sophisticated gatherings when you want something distinctive yet not overpowering. The Coronation Cocktail No.1 pairs wonderfully with Spanish tapas, particularly jamón ibérico, manchego cheese, or seafood dishes like boquerones (marinated anchovies) where its crisp, dry profile cuts through rich, salty flavors.