Spring Cocktail Recipes from Zacapa No. 23 Rum and Strega Liqueur

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COCKTAILS Peach Julep Zacapa Run Sour

Strega Spring Apple Strega Swizzle

Peach Julep For those who want to shake up the Derby Day favorite, cocktail mastermind Lynnette Marrero has teamed up with Zacapa No. 23 Rum for a fresh take that features lush peaches and bright herbs. The balance of delicate and unique flavors of Zacapa No. 23 is derived from a blend of aged rums between 6 and 23 years old, originating from a unique aging process.

The spirit is aged in selected barrels that previously aged robust American whiskey, delicate sherries and fine Pedro Ximénez wines, resulting in a smooth and balanced rum that likens to the complexity of bourbon - and a perfect spirit swap for the classic Mint Julep.

1 ¼ oz Zacapa 23 Rum 1/2 oz (1 tablespoon) peach liqueur, peach brandy, or peach schnapps Peach Slice for Garnish Basil and mint

In a Julep cup or metal cup add 2 Basil and 4 mint leaves with peach liqueur gently press the herbs with a muddler. Add Zacapa Rum, and a little crushed ice, stir gently. Then pack the rest of the cup tightly with crushed ice. Stir more until the cup is frosted on the outside.

Top with more crushed ice to form an ice dome. Garnish with peach slice and Basil.

Zacapa Rum Sour Ingredients 1 1/2 oz Zacapa No. 23 Centenario Rum 3/4 oz Fresh Lime Juice 3/4 oz Simple Syrup Mint, Citrus Wedge and/or Edible Flower Garnish Cocktail Preparation Combine all the ingredients in a shaker with ice and shake vigorously for 30 seconds. Pour over ice in a rocks glass, top with mint, citrus wedge and/or edible flower for garnish.

Strega Swizzle INGREDIENTS Strega liqueur - 45 ml Agricultural rum - 30 ml Lime juice - 30 ml Sugar syrup - 20 ml White Vermouth - 15 ml Angostura - 3 dashes Add the lime, sugar syrup, vermouth and rum to a glass. Add crushed ice to glass and mix with a bar spoon.

Pour in Strega Liqueur. Add 3 dashes of Angostura and garnish with a sprig of fresh mint and lime slices

Strega Spring Apple INGREDIENTS Strega Liqueur - 20 ml Vodka - 45 ml Raspberry syrup - 20 ml Lime juice - 30 ml Apple juice - 45 ml Add all ingredients to shaker and shake well. Pour into a tumbler with ice cubes. Garnish with slices of red apple and fresh raspberries