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Dolores

Other Family December 16, 2025

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A photo of the Dolores cocktail containing Appleton Estate 8 Year Old Reserve Rum, Dubonnet Rouge, Valdespino Inocente Fino Sherry in a Martini.

Directions

  • Add ice to cocktail shaker
  • Add all ingredients to shaker
  • Shake vigorously
  • Fine strain into chilled martini glass
  • Express lemon zest twist over drink and drop into glass

Cocktail Description

This Caribbean-meets-Mediterranean sipper might be the most sophisticated rum cocktail you've never tried.



The Dolores blends aged Jamaican rum's rich tropical fruit and oak notes with Lillet Rouge's wine-forward berry character and the bone-dry salinity of fino sherry. What results is remarkably balanced – the rum provides a honeyed backbone while the Lillet adds subtle spice and the sherry delivers a crisp, nutty finish that cleanses the palate. It's surprisingly simple to make despite its complex flavor profile, requiring just a good shake with ice and a fine strain. Perfect for early evening gatherings when you want something spirited but not overwhelming, this cocktail pairs beautifully with tapas-style dishes like marcona almonds, jamon, or grilled seafood with citrus. The lemon twist garnish adds just enough brightness to tie everything together.

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