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Sherry Cobbler

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The Sherry Cobbler is a spirited cocktail blending sweet sherry, orange juice, maraschino liqueur, and club soda, traditionally garnished with an orange slice and cherry for a refreshing, subtly complex drink.

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What is actually in a traditional Sherry Cobbler?

The classic drink is built from sherry, sugar, fresh citrus, and crushed ice. Maraschino liqueur, orange juice, and club soda appear in modern variations but are not required by the historic formula.

Which type of sherry works best in a Sherry Cobbler?

Amontillado produces a dry, nutty cobbler, while oloroso gives the drink greater body and richness. Sweeter Pedro Ximénez is normally used sparingly or balanced with a drier sherry.

Why is the Sherry Cobbler served with a straw?

The drink is packed with crushed ice and decorated with fruit, so a straw makes it practical to drink. Its popularity in 19th-century America helped make drinking straws fashionable.

How old is the Sherry Cobbler recipe?

A written version appeared in Jane Ellice's diary in 1838. Jerry Thomas later included the drink in his influential 1862 book The Bartender's Guide.

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