What ingredients are in a A1?

1 3/4 shot Gin, 1 Shot Grand Marnier, 1/4 Shot Lemon Juice, 1/8 Shot Grenadine

What glass do you use for a A1?

A A1 is traditionally served in a Cocktail glass.

A A1 has an estimated ABV of 27,46%.

How many calories are in a A1?

A A1 contains approximately 325 calories per serving.

A1 cocktail in a cocktail glass — made with Gin, Grand Marnier, and Lemon Juice

A1

Copa Cocktail glass

Dificultad Medium

Calorías ~325 kcal

ABV 27,46%

Ingredientes

Gin 1 3/4 shot
Grand Marnier 1 Shot
Lemon Juice 1/4 Shot
Grenadine 1/8 Shot

Instrucciones

Pour all ingredients into a cocktail shaker, mix and serve over ice into a chilled glass.

Strong Classic

El A1 es un cóctel centrado en el espirituoso que equilibra la profundidad botánica del gin con la riqueza del licor de naranja Grand Marnier, realzada por el jugo de limón y un toque de dulzura de granadina. Servido en una copa de cóctel fría a 27.46% ABV, ofrece un sorbo complejo y satisfactorio.

History & Origins

The A1 is a pre-Prohibition era recipe that appeared in early 20th-century bartending guides, though its precise origin is disputed. It belongs to the tradition of gin-based aperitif cocktails that were popular in British and American bar culture of the 1920s and 1930s. The name likely reflects its status as a top-quality or first-rate drink in the parlance of the era.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Juniper and citrus zest from the gin, layered with the candied orange of Grand Marnier. Palate: The gin's botanicals lead, softened by Grand Marnier's orange sweetness and a crisp lemon tartness, with grenadine adding a subtle pomegranate note. Finish: Warm, moderately long, with lingering citrus and botanical spice.

botanical citrusy orange tart aromatic

Pro Tip

Shake vigorously with ice to ensure thorough chilling and dilution, then strain into a pre-chilled cocktail glass.

Data verified septiembre 2017

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