Sherry Cobbler
A classic American cocktail dating back to the 19th century, the Sherry Cobbler is a refreshing mix of sherry, sugar, and citrus, served over crushed ice. It's known for being one of the first drinks to popularize the use of a straw.
Equipment
- Shaker
- Muddler
- Straw
Ingredients
- 4 ounces Sherry preferably a medium dry like Amontillado
- 1/2 ounce Simple Syrup
- 2-3 slices fresh orange
- 1 maraschino cherry
- Crushed ice
Instructions
- In a shaker, muddle the orange slices with the simple syrup to release the citrus oils.
- Add the sherry to the shaker.
- Fill the shaker with crushed ice and shake well until chilled.
- Pour the mixture into a glass filled with fresh crushed ice.
- Garnish with an orange slice and a maraschino cherry.
- Serve with a straw.
Notes
The Sherry Cobbler is traditionally served in a Collins or highball glass. You can adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of simple syrup.