Soothing Serenade

This delightful cocktail, known as the Suffering Bastard, is a classic tiki creation with a rich history from the golden era of tiki drinks. It combines the smoothness of brandy and the botanical notes of London dry gin, complemented by the tang of lime juice, the sweetness of demerara syrup, and the spice of Angostura bitters. The final touch of ginger beer adds a refreshing fizz, creating a well-balanced and satisfying cocktail experience.

Soothing Serenade

A classic tiki cocktail featuring brandy, gin, lime juice, demerara syrup, and Angostura bitters, topped with ginger beer for a refreshing kick.

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Ingredients

  • 1 oz London dry gin
  • 1 oz brandy
  • 1/2 oz lime juice
  • 1/4 oz demerara syrup
  • 2 dashes Angostura bitters
  • 4 oz ginger beer

Instructions

  1. Fill a Collins or highball glass with ginger beer.
  2. In a cocktail shaker, combine gin, brandy, lime juice, demerara syrup, and Angostura bitters.
  3. Fill the shaker with cracked or cubed ice, then shake well.
  4. Strain the mixture into the glass over the ginger beer.
  5. Gently top with more cracked or cubed ice.
  6. Garnish with a mint sprig and swizzle stick.