Adapted from a recipe in Harry Craddock's 1930 The Savoy Cocktail Book which stipulates "Shake well and strain into cocktail glass," rather than to stir as modern convention dictates.
Created and originally served at New York's old Waldorf-Astoria prior to 1920. This recipe is adapted from Albert Stevens Crockett's 1935 The Old Waldorf-Astoria Bar Book. The drink is named after Sir Charles Spencer 'Charlie' Chaplin (1889-1977), the English slapstick comic actor of the silent film era, who was at the height of his career when this eponymous cocktail was created.
The Hotel National / Nacional cocktail is a classic Cuban cocktail that has been enjoyed for decades. It is a refreshing and flavorful drink that is perfect for any occasion.
The Lucky Stone is a cocktail that combines the flavors of Irish whiskey, Amontillado sherry, apricot liqueur, and Peychaud's bitters. It is a complex and balanced drink with a sweet and nutty flavor profile.
In his 1948 The Fine Art of Mixing Drinks, David Embury's says "At some bars a drink served under the name of "Millionaire" which consists of lime juice, slow gin, and Apricot Liqueur, with a few dashes of Jamaica rum. Since the sloe gin, which is a liqueur, predominates in this drink, I do not regard it as a true cocktail." Embury is more complimentary of what he calls a "Millionaire Royal", proclaiming it to be "a very satisfactory drink."
The Pendennis Club cocktail is a classic gin sour that originated at the Pendennis Club in Louisville, Kentucky. It's a tart and tangy drink with a unique flavor profile thanks to the addition of Apricot Liqueur and Peychaud's bitters.
The Toreador is a classic cocktail that predates the Margarita and showcases tequila in a balanced and approachable way. It's a great choice for those who want to explore tequila beyond the classic Margarita.