For generations Pelinkovac and Orahovac were Croatian traditional spirits served neat, but these two unique flavors offer depth and creative flair to modern cocktails.
Using a centuries-old recipe, Pelinkovac liqueur is similar in profile to amaro. The spirit is made with a blend of aromatic herbs and herbal extracts and has a dominant, slightly bitter flavor from wormwood. It can be used in the same way as amaro in cocktails and adds an interesting and complex depth of flavor.
Made from selected green walnuts from an area off the Dalmatian Coast of Croatia, Orahovac was originally used for its health benefits as a digestive aid and as help for the liver and blood. Green walnuts are macerated in alcohol and led to age before being filtered and mixed with a set amount of water, sugar, and more alcohol to create a rich, slightly tart liqueur. The recipe used by Maraska was passed down by local farmers, and has a mild profile with exotic notes of nuts and herbs. In cocktail making, it offers an interesting alternative to sweet vermouth and would be a fantastic addition to a classic Manhattan or Martinez.
Pineapple Express
Pineapple Express
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 oz. Rosemary-Infused Cristalino Tequila
- 1 oz. Pelinkovac
- 3/4 oz. Lime Juice
- 3/4 oz. Simple Syrup (1:1, sugar:water)
- 3/4 oz. Fresh Pineapple Juice
- small pinch of salt
Preparation: Combine all of the ingredients in a mixing tin filled with ice and shake until chilled. Strain into a double Old-Fashioned glass over one large ice cube. Garnish with a rosemary sprig.
The Turnbuckle
The Turnbuckle
Ingredients:
- 1 oz. Pelinkovac
- 3/4 oz. Tiki Lovers Dark Rum
- 3/4 oz. lemon juice
- 1/2 oz. passionfruit syrup
- 1/4 oz. orgeat
Preparation: Combine all the ingredients in a mixing tin filled with crushed ice and shake until chilled. Pour contents of shaker into a double Old-Fashioned glass or tropical tiki glass. Garnish with an orchid and a mint bouquet
North Country
North Country
Ingredients:
- 2 oz. Pelinkovac
- 3/4 oz. Bonded Apple Brandy
- 1/2 oz. Ice Cider (desert wine)
- 1 dash The Bitter Truth Orange Bitters
Preparation: Combine all of the ingredients in a mixing glass and stir until chilled. Strain into a chilled coupe glass. Garnish with a lemon peel.
Kicked Up Coffee
Kicked Up Coffee
Ingredients:
- 1/2 oz. Maraska Orahovac Walnut liqueur
- 1 oz. Chocolate Liqueur
- 1/2 oz. Coffee Liqueur
- 6 oz. Coffee
- 1/4 oz. simple syrup
Preparation: Can serve hot or cold; Cold – Add all ingredients into a shaker with ice and shake for 10-15 seconds, Strain into martini glass or serve on the rocks. Hot – add all ingredients into large coffee cup (excluding coffee) and stir. Add coffee. Garnish: Top with whip cream and cocoa powder
Croatian Manhattan
Croatian Manhattan
Ingredients:
- 2 oz. Ruddell’s Mill Bourbon
- 1 oz. Maraska Orahovac Walnut Liqueur
- 2 dashes The Bitter Truth
- Aromatic Bitters
Preparations: Combine all ingredients over ice and stir. Strain into coupe glass. Variations: sub The Bitter Truth Jerry Thomas Bitters or Bogarts Bitters. Glass and Garnish: Coupe glass and garnish with Maraska Cherry.
Santa’s Little Helper
Santa’s Little Helper
Ingredients:
- 1 oz. Ruddell’s Mill Rye
- 1 oz. Maraska Orahovac Walnut Liqueur
- 1 oz. Irish Cream
- 1/4 oz. Maple Syrup
Preparations: Combine all ingredients into a shaker filled with ice and shake vigorously. Strain into a martini glass. Glass and Garnish: Coupe or Martini and garnish with fresh nutmeg.
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Source: Mixology News
