East India

A stirred Cognac cocktail from the colonial-era trade routes, enriched with orange curaçao, a touch of raspberry sweetness, and Angostura bitters — the result is rich, slightly tropical, and deeply aromatic, suggesting the spice trade that inspired its name.

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Ingredients

  • 1.5 ozBrandy
  • 0.5 ozCuraçao
  • 0.25 ozMaraschino Liqueur
  • 0.25 ozPineapple Juice
  • 2 dashAngostura Bitters

Preparation

stirred · cocktail glass · none

  1. 1.

    add

    Combine brandy, curaçao, maraschino, pineapple juice, and bitters in a mixing glass with ice.

  2. 2.

    stir

    Stir for 25–30 seconds until chilled.

  3. 3.

    strain

    Strain into a chilled coupe.

Flavor Profile

fruity
46%
sweet
36%
body
33%
viscosity
23%
citrus
17%
spiced
17%