CLASSIC COCKTAIL · 1934–1959
Pink Squirrel
Crème de noyaux, crème de cacao and cream: a pink almond dessert.
1940sHistorical classicResearched
The Pink Squirrel is a mid-century American dessert cocktail of crème de noyaux, crème de cacao and cream. Its pink colour and almond flavour made it a favourite of 1940s and 1950s supper clubs. It is a close relative of the Grasshopper and the Brandy Alexander.
- Grasshopper
- Golden Cadillac
THE RECIPESweet, almondy and creamy
Ingredients
- Crème de noyaux30 ml
- White crème de cacao30 ml
- Cream30 ml
- Nutmegto garnish
Method
Shake all ingredients with ice, strain into a coupe and grate nutmeg over the top.
Coupe · nutmeg