Inspired by the range of possibilities provided by KWV 3-Year-Old brandy, here is a selection of five cocktails to ensure memorable celebrations as we enter the New Year: Charles Sours, The 3rdFlip, The House of Fire, 5th Avenue Slammer and 3 Wise Elves.
Charles Sours
Named in memory of Charles W.H. Kohler, ‘The Father of KWV’, this cocktail has a well-balanced sweet and sour taste, a rich mouthfeel, and a dash of Christmas. Easy to make, with aqua faba (chickpea brine), which is a substitute for egg white. This is a sustainable way of making it consumable for all dietary needs.
Ingredients
37,5ml KWV 3
15ml Van der Hum
20ml cinnamon and cloves syrup
15ml Aqua faba
15ml citrus
Method: shaken
Glass: coupe
Garnish: edible flower
The 3rdFlip
A take on eggnog with the use of KWV 3-Year-Old Brandy with its bold yet delicate characteristics which brings harmony to every ingredient used.
Ingredients
37,5ml KWV 3
15ml sherry
10ml amaretto
1 whole lavender scented egg
(Infuse egg with lavender leaves for 4 days, strain and use)
20ml cinnamon and nutmeg syrup
Method: shaken
Glass: champagne flute
Garnish: grated nutmeg
The House of Fire
Tall and refreshing, this cocktail has a summery yet festive feel going hand in hand. With KWV 3 Year Old’s mellow and fruity aftertaste. Named after the famous House of Fire, the HQ to KWV’s world-famous brandy.
Ingredients
37,5ml KWV 3
15ml cinnamon, anise cordial
10ml citrus
Top up soda
Method: build
Glass: high ball
Garnish: fresh lime, cinnamon stick
5th Avenue Slammer
5th Avenue and Slammer
A spirit-forward drink, with vibrant and fruity characteristics complementing the KWV 3-Year-Old with hints of cinnamon and nutmeg.
Ingredients
50 ml KWV 3
10ml cinnamon and nutmeg syrup
3 dashes angostura bitters
Method: stirred
Glass: tumbler
Garnish: orange zest ground cinnamon
3 Wise Elves
A little bit of a sweet tooth balanced with an amazing brandy, and hints of Christmas spices are a perfect way to end a meal. Rich, creamy, and rewarding!
Ingredients
50ml KWV 3
100ml vanilla ice cream
Pinch each nutmeg and cinnamon
Method: blended
Glass: wine glass
Garnish: Edible flower
Pictures: Supplied
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