The Andalusian Blanc
Curiada Ingredients
Directions
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Add ice to mixing glass
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Add ingredients to mixing glass
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Stir well with ice
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Strain into coupe glass
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Express orange peel oils over drink
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Garnish with orange peel
Cocktail Description
This elegant two-ingredient stunner proves that sometimes the best cocktails are the ones that get out of their own way.
Built on the bone-dry, saline backbone of Valdespino Inocente Fino sherry and the subtle alpine botanicals of Dolin Blanc vermouth, this stirred sipper lands somewhere between a Bamboo and a reverse Martini, with a few dashes of Angostura orange bitters adding complexity without stealing the show. The result is a crisp, savory cocktail with nutty almond notes from the fino, gentle floral sweetness from the blanc, and a whisper of citrus that ties everything together. It's ridiculously easy to make—just stir the ingredients with ice, strain into a chilled coupe, and express an orange peel over the top—which means you can focus on actually enjoying it rather than fussing behind the bar. This is your go-to aperitif for late afternoon gatherings or pre-dinner sipping, especially when you want something sophisticated that won't dull your appetite. Pair it with Spanish almonds, Manchego cheese, olives, or anything involving anchovies and good butter, and you'll understand why sherry-based cocktails deserve more attention than they get. At around 20% ABV, it's also refreshingly gentle, so you can have two without regretting your life choices.
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