CLASSIC COCKTAIL · 1850–1889
Sherry Flip
Oloroso sherry, sugar and a whole egg, shaken frothy and dusted with nutmeg.
1862Historical classicResearched
The Sherry Flip is a colonial-era tavern drink that Jerry Thomas codified in 1862. Sherry, sugar and a whole egg are shaken hard and served with grated nutmeg. It is lighter than a brandy flip and remains a winter favourite for bartenders who like old-fashioned textures.
- Brandy Flip
- Port Flip
- Eggnog
THE RECIPECreamy, nutty and gently sweet
Ingredients
- Oloroso sherry60 ml
- Simple syrup15 ml
- Whole egg1
- Grated nutmegto garnish
Method
Dry shake the sherry, syrup and egg, then shake again with ice. Strain into a coupe and grate nutmeg over the top.
Coupe · no ice · nutmeg