Jul 11, 2011

Chairman's Refresher

This cocktail, from Jim Meehan of PDT bar in New York City, uses Frangelico to accentuate the nuttiness of fresh coconut water. This recipe first appeared in SAVEUR Issue #140, along with Jeff Berry's story Endless Summer.

Credit: Todd Coleman

MAKES 1 COCKTAIL

INGREDIENTS

3 slices cucumber
3/4 oz. hazelnut liqueur, such as Frangelico
2 oz. coconut water
1 1/2 oz. English-style white rum, such as Chairman's Reserve

INSTRUCTIONS

Place 2 slices cucumber in a cocktail shaker; add Frangelico and muddle for 10 seconds. Add coconut water, rum, and ice to fill; stir until chilled. Strain into a coupe glass or cocktail glass and garnish with remaining cucumber slice.