Sunset Stir

Sidecar/New Orleans Sours & Riffs • December 16, 2025

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A photo of the Sunset Stir cocktail containing Beefeater London Dry Gin, Licor 43 Spanish Liqueur, Valdespino Inocente Fino Sherry, Freshly squeezed lime juice in a Old-Fashioned.

Curiada Ingredients

0.67 fl oz Beefeater London Dry Gin or alternative
0.67 fl oz Licor 43 Spanish Liqueur or alternative
0.50 fl oz Valdespino Inocente Fino Sherry or alternative

Other Ingredients

0.50 fl oz Freshly squeezed lime juice

Directions

Fill old-fashioned glass halfway with ice
Pour ingredients into glass
Stir well
Top with more ice
Garnish with lime wedge

Cocktail Description

The Sunset Stir brings together the botanical crispness of London Dry gin with surprising notes of vanilla, citrus, and aged sherry in a sophisticated sipper that demands your full attention.

This golden-hued cocktail balances the juniper-forward gin with Licor 43's complex vanilla and botanical sweetness, while the fino sherry adds a distinctive dry nuttiness that keeps each sip intriguing. The fresh lime juice brightens the entire experience, cutting through the richer elements with its vibrant acidity. Perfect for early evening gatherings or as a pre-dinner drink, the Sunset Stir shines alongside Spanish tapas, particularly manchego cheese, marcona almonds, or grilled seafood. It's surprisingly simple to make despite its complex flavor profile – just pour, stir, and enjoy – making it accessible for home bartenders looking to impress without complicated techniques.