{"title":"El Presidente -- Variation #3","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is the El Presidente I keep coming back to for my own home bar. By swapping standard dry vermouth for Dolin Blanc, the cocktail becomes softer and more floral, which plays beautifully with the bright, grassy funk of Probitas rum. It's a simple, intentional tweak that really shines.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"dolin-blanc-vermouth","title":"Dolin Blanc Vermouth","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout Dolin Blanc Vermouth\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDolin Blanc Vermouth is a classic French aperitif that will elevate your cocktail game to new heights. Made from a delicate blend of white wines and botanicals, this vermouth offers a refreshing and complex flavor profile that is perfect for mixing into your favorite cocktails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted in the heart of the French Alps using only the finest ingredients, Dolin Blanc is a light and elegant vermouth that has been a staple of the French aperitif scene since the 19th century. Unlike other vermouths, Dolin Blanc has a lower sugar content, which allows the botanical flavors to really shine through.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFun Fact\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDolin Vermouth was first produced in 1821 in Chambery, France - the same town where the famous Yellow Chartreuse liqueur is made.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDolin Blanc Vermouth has a subtle sweetness that is balanced by a complex herbal and floral flavor profile. On the nose, it offers notes of chamomile, elderflower, and citrus, while on the palate, flavors of white peach, apricot, and vanilla come through. The finish is dry, with a lingering bitterness that makes it an ideal ingredient for cocktails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCocktail Recommendation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDolin Blanc Vermouth is a versatile ingredient that can be used in a wide range of cocktails. One classic recipe is the Vesper Martini, made famous by James Bond in Casino Royale. Combine 2 ounces of gin, 1 ounce of vodka, and 1\/2 ounce of Dolin Blanc Vermouth in a shaker filled with ice. Shake well and strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with a lemon twist and enjoy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended By \u003c\/strong\u003eAnders Erickson\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlanc Vermouth sits between sweet and dry vermouths. This one has almost a cream soda richness without being too sweet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e750ml \u0026amp; 32 Proof\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Haus Alpenz","offers":[{"title":"750ml","offer_id":47230024253692,"sku":"65883","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/6217\/6252\/files\/jvgUSNAGdIAb97dXx184AZ8sVWLA9LDYg6jRV6aILUg_90c48b4c-9dca-4b28-9446-faf7663db652.png?v=1748998708"},{"product_id":"foursquare-probitas-white-blended-rum","title":"Foursquare Probitas White Blended Rum","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout Foursquare Probitas White Blended Rum\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFoursquare Probitas White Rum: what happens when two iconic rum distilleries come together and create what just may be the new gold standard in white rums used for cocktails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull of flavor and a touch higher proof, Probitas White Rum is crafted with rums from two rum world powerhouse: Foursquare Rum Distillery in Barbados and Hampden Estate in Jamaica, and blended by living legend himself, Mr. Richard Seale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProbitas has a light straw color and a rich fragrance of vanilla. At 94 proof, it packs a nuanced punch of citrus peel, molasses, and banana. This beautiful blend of three rums harkens back to the rums used during the golden age of Cuban cocktails in the post-Prohibition era of the 1930s.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested Serves\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRevel in the flavor of a \u003cstrong\u003edaiquiri\u003c\/strong\u003e made with Foursquare Probitas White Blended Rum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended By\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Probitas White Blended Rum is a historic rum: its creation marks the first time two rum distilleries from different Caribbean islands have collaborated on a rum blend without European or American intervention. It’s truly a post-colonial rum, and it absolutely sings in any classic rum cocktail, from the daiquiri to the mojito!” raves Dan Watson, creator of the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/curiada.com\/products\/foursquare-probitas-rum-dont-tell-richard-cocktail-kit\" title=\"Link to gin cocktail kit + Foursquare Probitas Rum sold by Curiada\"\u003eDon't Tell Richard\u003c\/a\u003e cocktail from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/curiada.com\/collections\/shaker-spoon-spirits-collection\" title=\"Shaker \u0026amp; Spoon Spirits Collection on Curiada\"\u003eShaker \u0026amp; Spoon\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFoursquare Probitas White Blended Rum \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eis a blend of three different rums from two highly-regarded Caribbean distilleries. 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Many of those options are found at ever liquor store, cocktail bar, and friendly gathering you'll ever attend. But, Pierre Ferrand Dry Curaçao is hard to find. And, it masters the art of orange liqueurs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLess sweet and syrupy but not thin. More balanced but bitter and pronounced. Great for mixing but packs a serious punch. Blended with the super high quality cognac of its sister product, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/curiada.com\/products\/pierre-ferrand-original-formula1840-cognac\" title=\"Pierre Ferrand Original Formula 1840\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePierre Ferrand Original Formula 1840\u003c\/a\u003e. This bottle cuts no corners, spares no expense, and truly strives for perfection in creating the ultimate orange liqueur for cocktail making. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFun fact. As of today, we've published more cocktail recipes on our blog containing this bottle than any other bottle in our collection. Why? It's super versatile. It's amazing quality. 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