Last Updated on June 3, 2023

Our Upscale Corkscrew Drink Recipe!

The Corkscrew Drink is a classic cocktail that has been around for many years. It is a simple and refreshing drink that is perfect for any occasion and if you add a little luster dust, this could even be classified as a simple upscale drink.

The drink is made with light rum, dry vermouth, and peach brandy or even schnapps can be used, so it’s only a three ingredient drink and it’s super easy to make.

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Corkscrew Drink

Yield: 1 Drink

Prep Time: 3 minutes

Cook Time: 3 minutes

Total Time: 3 minutes

A yummy drink made with light rum, dry vermouth, and peach-flavored brandy all served in a rocks glass with a lemon wheel for garnish.

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Ingredients

• 1 1/2 oz light rum
• 1/2 oz dry vermouth
• 1/2 oz peach-flavored brandy

Instructions

1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
2. Add light rum, dry vermouth, and peach-flavored brandy to the shaker.
3. Shake the cocktail shaker for at least 30 seconds until well chilled.
4. Strain the drink into a highball glass filled with ice.
5. Garnish with a lime wheel or lemon spiral.
6. Serve!

Nutrition Information

Yield 1 Serving Size 3 ounces
Amount Per Serving Calories 150Total Fat 0gSaturated Fat 0gTrans Fat 0gCarbohydrates 5gFiber 0gSugar 5gProtein 0g

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Tools Needed

• Cocktail shaker
• Highball glass
• Ice

Interesting Notes on Each of the Ingredients

• Light Rum: Light rum is a clear spirit that is made from sugarcane juice or molasses. It has a light and sweet flavor that is perfect for cocktails.
• Dry Vermouth: A fortified wine that is flavored with various botanicals. It has a dry and slightly bitter flavor that adds complexity to the drink.
• Peach-Flavored Brandy: A sweet and fruity liqueur that is made from distilled wine and peach flavoring. It adds a delicious peach flavor to the drink.

Drink Type

Cocktail

Serving Size

1 drink

Amount of Alcohol in the Drink

The Corkscrew Drink contains approximately 1.5 oz of alcohol at 40% ABV.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 150
Protein: 0g
Carbohydrates: 5g
Dietary Fiber: 0g
Sugars: 5g
Fat: 0g

Tips for Making This Recipe

• Use fresh lime or lemon for the garnish.
• Shake the Boston or Cobbler cocktail shaker for at least 30 seconds to ensure that the drink is well chilled.
• Use a high-quality light rum for the best flavor.

Glass and Garnish

The Corkscrew Drink is typically served in a rocks glass with a lime wheel or lemon spiral for garnish.