Jul 14 2026
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Cardamaro Recipe

Inspired by Union Kitchen
Time30m
Serves2

Make Cardamaro Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Garnish

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Simple Syrup

    In a small saucepan, combine equal parts sugar and water (for example, 1 cup of each) and heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved. Remove from heat and let cool. Store in a bottle in the refrigerator.

  2. 2

    Juice the Lemons

    Squeeze fresh lemons until you have at least 50 ml of fresh lemon juice. Strain to remove any seeds or pulp.

Mixing the Drink

  1. 3

    Combine Ingredients

    In a cocktail shaker, add 750 ml of Cardamaro, 100 ml of simple syrup, 50 ml of fresh lemon juice, and 5 dashes of bitters.

  2. 4

    Shake the Mixture

    Fill the shaker with ice, cover it, and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled.

  3. 5

    Strain into Glass

    Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass or coupe. You can also serve it over ice in a rocks glass.

Garnishing

  1. 6

    Add Garnish

    Garnish with a lemon wheel on the rim of the glass and a sprig of fresh mint placed on top of the drink.

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