CHARLIE CHAPLIN
Ingredients:
30 ml Sloe Gin
30 ml Apricot Brandy
30 ml Fresh Lime Juice
Instructions:
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
Pour in the sloe gin, apricot brandy, and fresh lime juice.
Shake vigorously until well chilled, about 20 seconds.
Strain the cocktail into a chilled coupe glass.
Sit back and enjoy the whimsical balance of sweet and tart flavours, much like the man it was named after.
The History of the Charlie Chaplin
The Charlie Chaplin cocktail, much like the iconic film star it was named after, is known for its perfect balance of tart, sweet, and strong. This cocktail dates back to the Prohibition era, specifically to the time when Charlie Chaplin was the reigning star of the silent film era. It was first crafted at New York's legendary Waldorf-Astoria, a hub for the city's elite and visiting dignitaries, where Chaplin was often a guest.
Interesting Facts about the Charlie Chaplin
Charlie Chaplin was one of the most influential figures in the early days of Hollywood, famous for his character "The Tramp". His flair for balancing comedy and drama echoes in this cocktail's blend of flavours.
Sloe gin, an integral part of this cocktail, is a British red liqueur made with the sloe drupes, a small fruit relative of the plum, steeped in gin with sugar. Its flavour is a unique blend of sweet and bitter, much like the essence of Chaplin's on-screen characters.
The original recipe calls for equal parts of all ingredients, reflecting the balanced nature of the drink. This was a common approach during the Prohibition era to make the taste of poor-quality alcohol more palatable.
The Charlie Chaplin at 1806
At 1806, each Charlie Chaplin cocktail serves as a homage to the golden era of silent films and the man who left an indelible mark on it. As our skilled bartenders craft this cocktail, one can almost hear the nostalgic strains of a piano score filling the room, echoing the silent film era.
The first sip offers a blend of sweet and sour, a delicious contradiction that balances on the palate, just as Chaplin balanced humour and pathos on the screen. It's a celebration of an icon, an era, and the unending appeal of well-balanced cocktails. It's not just a cocktail; it's an experience, an opportunity to savour history, one delightful sip at a time.