Between the Sheets
Base Spirit
White Rum, Cognac
Flavour Type
Citrus, Sweet
Cocktail Type
Classic
A classic, pre-prohibition cocktail with a citrus and sweet profile, often served as a dessert drink.
Origin/History
Ascribed to Harry MacElhone at Harry's New York Bar in Paris, with competing claims of earlier origins in London.
Serving Instructions
Shake with ice and strain into a chilled cocktail glass.
Occassion
All Day
Year of Creation
1930s
Classic/Modern
Classic
Garnishes
Aroma
Citrus and sweet
Texture/Consistency
Smooth and creamy
Pairings
Desserts and sweet treats
Fun Facts
One of the earliest cocktails with a risqué name.
Shaking/Stirring Instructions
Shake well with ice
Ingredients
- White rum
- Cognac
- Triple sec
- Fresh lemon juice
Preparation Method
- 30 ml white rum
- 30 ml cognac
- 30 ml triple sec
- 20 ml fresh lemon juice
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