Imperial Splendor

Name: Imperial Splendor
Total time: 2 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: cocktail
Ingredients: 2 oz chteau margaux or another fine bordeaux red wine; 1 oz cognac; 1/2 oz grand marnier; 1/2 oz lemon juice; 1/4 oz honey syrup mix equal parts honey and warm water to create the syrup; 1 dash peychauds bitters; gold leaf flakes for garnish; lemon twist for garnish

wine-based cocktail with historical intrigue

AI Cocktail Info

Serving : 1 cocktail

ABV

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Calories

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Net Carbs

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Ingredients:

chteau margaux or another fine bordeaux red wine

cognac

grand marnier

lemon juice

honey syrup mix equal parts honey and warm water to create the syrup

peychauds bitters

gold leaf flakes for garnish

lemon twist for garnish

AI Request:Imperial Splendor, wine-based cocktail inspired by Napoleon movie

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Instructions

Inspired by the grandeur and sophistication of the Napoleonic era, the Imperial Splendor is a wine-based cocktail that marries the rich history of French viticulture with the opulence of an imperial court. This elegant and refreshing drink is perfect for those who appreciate the finer things in life and enjoy a touch of historical intrigue in their glass. Ingredients: - 2 oz Château Margaux or another fine Bordeaux red wine - 1 oz Cognac - 1/2 oz Grand Marnier - 1/2 oz fresh lemon juice - 1/4 oz honey syrup (mix equal parts honey and warm water to create the syrup) - 1 dash Peychaud's Bitters - Gold leaf flakes for garnish - Lemon twist for garnish Instructions: 1. In a cocktail shaker, combine the red wine, Cognac, Grand Marnier, fresh lemon juice, honey syrup, and Peychaud's Bitters. 2. Add ice to the shaker and shake vigorously until well-chilled. 3. Strain the mixture into a chilled coupe glass. 4. Carefully place a few gold leaf flakes on the surface of the drink to add a touch of imperial glamour. 5. Garnish with a lemon twist to introduce a fresh, citrus aroma. The type of glass to serve it in: Serve the Imperial Splendor in a vintage coupe glass. The wide bowl of the coupe allows the aromas to mingle and provides a regal presentation, echoing the grand banquets of Napoleon's time. Sip and savor the Imperial Splendor as you are transported to the luxurious halls of an empire, where the complexity of the flavors pays homage to the legacy of one of history's most iconic leaders.

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