History & Heritage
“Named for Port of Spain’s Queen’s Park Hotel bar, this swizzle is an enduring Caribbean standard.”
Ingredients
Quality ingredients make all the difference. Each component plays a crucial role.
2 oz
0.8 oz
0.8 oz
8 leaves
6 dashes
Method
Technique transforms ingredients into something extraordinary.
Add mint, lime, and syrup to a tall glass; fill with crushed ice and add rum
Swizzle until the glass frosts; crown with more crushed ice and dash bitters on top
Glassware
Built and swizzled over crushed ice
Garnish
Fresh
Flavor Journey
Every great cocktail tells a story through its flavors. Here's the sensory experience you can expect.
Sweet
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Sour
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Bitter
out of 10
Strong
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Master's Tips
Professional insights to elevate your craft
Use a swizzle stick or barspoon; keep the top drenched in bitters
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