Experience the delightful fusion of flavors in the iconic Cable Car cocktail. Originating in San Francisco, the Cable Car cocktail is a modern classic that pays homage to the city’s famed transportation system. With its refreshing blend of spiced rum, tangy orange curaçao, and zesty lemon juice, this cocktail beautifully balances sweet and sour notes. Its inviting cinnamon-sugared rim adds a touch of warmth and spice, making it perfect for both social gatherings and cozy evenings.
Cable Car Cocktail Recipe
Cuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy
Servings
1
servingsPrep time
4
minutesCalories
167
kcal
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Ingredients
45 ml 1 1/2 fl oz Spiced Rum
22.5 ml 3/4 fl oz Orange Curaçao
30 ml 1 fl oz Fresh Lemon Juice
15 ml 1/2 fl oz Simple Syrup
Cinnamon and sugar mix for rimming
Equipment
Cocktail Shaker
Hawthorne strainer
Jigger
Coupe glass
Instructions
- Start by rimming your chilled cocktail glass with the cinnamon and sugar mix. To do this, moisten the rim with a lemon wedge, then dip it into the mixture set on a plate. Set aside.
- In a shaker, combine spiced rum, orange curaçao, fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup.
- Add ice to the shaker and shake well for about 15 seconds until the mixture is chilled.
- Strain the mixture into the prepared cocktail glass.
- Optionally, garnish with a twist of lemon peel for an extra touch of aroma.
