Jul 13 2026
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We Were Promised Hip-hop Recipe

Inspired by Commission Row
Time10m
Serves1

hamilton demerara rum appleton estate 8yr rum apricot liqueur madeira blackberry lemon

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Ingredients

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Liquors

Fruits

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Blackberries

    In a cocktail shaker, muddle the blackberries until they are broken down and juicy.

  2. 2

    Juice the Lemon

    Squeeze the juice from half a lemon into the shaker with the muddled blackberries.

Mixing the Cocktail

  1. 3

    Combine the Liquors

    Add the Hamilton Demerara Rum, Appleton Estate 8yr Rum, Apricot Liqueur, and Madeira Wine to the shaker with the muddled blackberries and lemon juice.

  2. 4

    Shake the Mixture

    Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds to chill and combine the ingredients.

Serving

  1. 5

    Strain and Serve

    Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass. Optionally, garnish with a few whole blackberries or a lemon twist.

  2. 6

    Enjoy

    Serve immediately and enjoy your We Were Promised Hip-Hop cocktail!

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