Strongbow Recipe
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Ingredients
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Cocktail
Method
Cocktail
Chill a 12–14 oz (350–420 ml) highball or pint glass in the freezer for a few minutes, or fill it with ice while you prepare other ingredients so the drink stays cold.
If you used ice to chill the glass, empty out any excess water so the drink won’t be diluted before serving.
Add 1 cup of ice cubes to the glass.
Pour 8 oz (about 240 ml) of well-chilled dry cider directly over the ice. Use a good-quality dry or brut-style apple cider for a clean, crisp profile similar to the classic Strongbow style.
Express the oils of the lemon wedge over the surface of the cider by squeezing it gently, then drop the wedge into the drink for a bright citrus lift.
Give the drink a very gentle stir once or twice with a bar spoon (or a long spoon) to combine cider and citrus without losing too much carbonation.
Garnish with a thin pear slice and/or a small mint sprig if desired. Serve immediately while fizzy.