Gem Cocktail Recipe
Written by Beat the heat with this refreshing Gem Cocktail recipe! Blend Cognac, Jamaica Rum, Lime Juice, Pineapple Syrup, and Angostura Bitters for a delightful summer treat.
Prep time: 1 minute
Mixing time: 1 minute
Servings: 1
Calories: 177
Ingredients
- 1 oz Cognac
- 1 oz Jamaica Rum
- ½ oz lime juice
- ½ oz pineapple syrup
- 2 dashes Angostura aromatic bitters
- Ice cubes
- Lime zest or pineapple slice - for garnish, optional
Equipment
- Cocktail Glass
- Measuring Jigger
- Shaker
- Strainer & Fine-strainer
Instructions
- Prep Glass: Fill your Cocktail glass with ice, stir and set aside.
- Add Bitters: Drop 2 dashes Angostura aromatic bitters into the shaker.
- Pour Lime: Add ½ oz lime juice to the shaker.
- Add Syrup: Measure and pour ½ oz pineapple syrup into the shaker.
- Pour Spirits: Add 1 oz Cognac and 1 oz Jamaica Rum to the shaker.
- Add Ice: Fill your shaker with ice cubes.
- Shake Well: Shake the mixture well to combine all the ingredients.
- Strain into Glass: Fine strain the mixture into the chillies cocktail glass.
- Garnish: Place a lime zest or pineapple slice on the rim of the glass for garnish.
Notes
Substitutes:
- Cognac: If you don't have Cognac, you can use brandy as a substitute. I've also tried bourbon for a different but equally delightful flavor.
- Jamaica Rum: Dark rum works well, for a lighter taste, try using white rum.
- Lime Juice: Fresh lemon juice can replace lime juice in a pinch, though it will alter the flavor slightly.
- Pineapple Syrup: If you don't have pineapple syrup, use simple syrup and add a splash of pineapple juice for that tropical touch.
- Angostura Bitters: Orange bitters can be used instead for a citrusy twist instead of Angostura Bitters.
Making a Pitcher of Gem Cocktail:
- Scale: To make a pitcher that serves 8, multiply all the ingredients by 8. That would be 8 oz of Cognac, 8 oz of Jamaica Rum, 4 oz of lime juice, 4 oz of pineapple syrup, and 16 dashes of Angostura Bitters.
- Mix: In a large pitcher, combine the Cognac, Jamaica Rum, lime juice, pineapple syrup, and Angostura Bitters with ice. Stir well.
- Serve: Pour the mixture into chilled cocktail glasses, garnish with a lime wedge or pineapple slice, and serve immediately.
Making it Non-Alcoholic:
- Spirit Substitute: Use a non-alcoholic substitute; these are available and mimic the flavor profile quite well.
- Proceed As Usual: Use these non-alcoholic substitutes instead of the regular ingredients, follow the original steps, and enjoy a non-alcoholic version.