Did you know there’s a Secret Sherry Society? Neither did I, but it exists, and among other endeavors, it apparently provides guys like me with sherry cocktail recipes. From the Society –
“The leaders of the Secret Sherry Society selected these drinks through a specific tasting and pairing process. The society, formed by a group of individuals whose primary concern was the artful dissemination of the secrets of their favorite beverage, Sherry, is a lively bunch of Sherry experts that travel around the country sharing their passion for their favorite beverage.”
Sherry Margarita
1 ½ oz Dry Sherry
1 oz Tequila
2 oz Fresh Orange Juice
¾ oz Grand Marnier
Combine all ingredients in a mixing glad with ice; shake and strain into a martini glass. Garnish with an orange slice. Pairs perfectly with Mexican Tacos.
Delores Park Swizzle
1 oz Amontillado Sherry
1 oz Tequila
¾ oz Ginger Syrup
¾ oz Fresh Lime Juice
¼ oz Velvet Falernum
Top with 4 dashes aromatic Bitters, and garnish lavishly with mint. Serve over crushed ice. Pairs perfectly with Pad Thai.
The Smoked Palomino
2 oz Dry Amontillado Sherry
1 oz Crema De Mezcal
1 oz Fresh Grapefruit Juice
¾ oz Fresh Lime
½ oz Simple Syrup
¾ oz Club Soda
Add kosher salt to rim of glass, garnish with lime. Pairs perfectly with Jamaican Jerk Chicken.
Have you tried any of these? A sherry margarita strikes me as an odd beverage.