Dubonnet Sunrise
Curiada Ingredients
Directions
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Add ice to mixing glass
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Add all ingredients to mixing glass
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Stir well with bar spoon
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Strain into chilled cocktail glass
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Express orange zest twist over drink and drop into glass
Cocktail Description
This ruby-red sipper brings together three of Europe's most storied aperitif spirits into one sophisticated glass that's equally at home before dinner or as a nightcap.
The Dubonnet Sunrise builds its foundation on Dubonnet Rouge, that wine-based aperitif beloved by British royalty, then adds layers of bitter complexity from Tempus Fugit Gran Classico and a bright citrus backbone from Giffard Triple Sec. What you get is a drink that tastes like bittersweet orange marmalade mixed with herbs and spices, finishing with gentle tannins that leave your mouth refreshed rather than sticky. The stirred preparation keeps everything silky smooth, while the orange zest twist adds aromatic oils that make each sip smell as good as it tastes. Since you're just stirring three ingredients together, this one's a breeze to make at home—no shaking, no muddling, no fuss. It's perfect for those moments when you want something a bit more grown-up than your usual cocktail, like before an intimate dinner party or during that golden hour before the sun sets. Pair it with charcuterie, aged cheeses, or anything involving duck, and you'll understand why aperitifs were invented in the first place.
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