History & Heritage
“A mid‑century tiki staple attributed to Edna and later Victor Bergeron, the Fog Cutter layers spirits with orgeat and a sherry float.”
Ingredients
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Method
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Shake all except sherry with ice and strain into an ice‑filled tiki glass
Float fino sherry on top
Garnish with mint sprig and citrus
Glassware
Shaken and served over ice
Garnish
Flavor Journey
Every great cocktail tells a story through its flavors. Here's the sensory experience you can expect.
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Master's Tips
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Crushed ice gives proper dilution
Float the sherry gently for aroma
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