El Presidente
Rum · Coupe
A 1920s Havana classic said to honor Cuban President Mario García Menocal — white rum, dry vermouth, orange curaçao, and a dash of grenadine.
| Glass | Coupe |
| Garnish | None |
| ABV | 24% |
| Category | classic |
| Flavor | herbal, citrus, historic, spirit-forward |
Ingredients
- White Rum1.5 oz
- Dry Vermouth0.75 oz
- Orange Curaçao0.5 oz
- Grenadine0.25 tsp
- Orange Peel1 twist
Method
- Add all ingredients to mixing glass with ice
- Stir until well chilled
- Strain into chilled coupe
- Garnish with orange twist
Pro Tips
- 1920s Havana classic — white rum + dry vermouth + orange curaçao + grenadine.
- A hint of grenadine for color, not sweetness; under-pour it.
- Cuban Bacardi (pre-1960 era) or modern Havana Club — the profile matters.