Veteran
A bold and straightforward sipping cocktail that combines the rich, molasses depth of dark rum with the sweet and fruity nuance of cherry brandy. A simple yet robust drink perfectly suited for slowly sipping over ice.
What it tastes like
The aroma is dominated by molasses and toasted oak from the dark rum, complemented by a subtle medicinal fruitiness. On the palate, the heavy body carries flavors of burnt sugar and dark cherry. The finish is dry and warming, leaving a faint stone-fruit bitterness behind.
Flavour profile
Ingredients
- Dark Rum2 oz
- Cherry Brandy0.5 oz
Preparation
- 1
Fill an Old Fashioned glass with fresh ice cubes.
- 2
Pour the Dark Rum and Cherry Brandy directly into the glass over the ice.
- 3
Stir well to chill and incorporate the ingredients.
Substitutions
- Dark RumAged Gold Rum — Aged gold rum provides a lighter body and more vanilla-forward profile compared to the heavy molasses of dark rum.
- Cherry BrandyCherry Heering — Cherry Heering creates a thicker, sweeter mouthfeel with more pronounced spiced fruit notes.
- Cherry BrandyMaraschino Liqueur — Maraschino liqueur introduces a drier, nutty profile that reduces the overall fruit sweetness.
Variations
Bitter Veteran
Add two dashes of Angostura bitters to balance the cherry sweetness with herbal spice.
Spiced Veteran
Swap the dark rum for spiced rum to add notes of cinnamon and clove that complement the fruit.