Little PrincessCocktail recipe
Rating
The Little Princess cocktail is a simple and classic concoction that combines the clear, robust flavors of white rum with the aromatic and slightly bitter taste of red vermouth. This straightforward mix creates a balance between the sweetness and subtle spices of rum and the herbal, complex profile of the vermouth.
Served in a cocktail glass, the Little Princess offers a sophisticated and refined drinking experience, typically savored in settings that appreciate the art of cocktail-making. The flavors are crisp and well-defined, making it a choice for those who enjoy traditional cocktails with a clear distinction of spirit and modifier.
Microbadges
Tags
Can you make this?
Add the ingredients you have at home to your My Bar and we'll show you what cocktails you can make. Start off by adding the ingredients you have for this cocktail using the plus icons.
Method
How to make a Little Princess
-
- Stir all ingredients together well with cracked ice in a mixing glass
-
- Strain into chilled cocktail glass and serve
Power tips
Elevate the Little Princess with these master mixologist tips
Upgrade to premium
And receive world class tips on how to raise your cocktails to the next level.
Find out more- Upgrade to premium to receive power tips from top bartenders around the world. Raise you mixology game.
- Read the tweaks that take this simple cocktail to the next level of greatness. Become the next best mixologist which people all talk about.
Your private tasting notes
Can you make this?
Add the ingredients you have at home to your My Bar and we'll show you what cocktails you can make. Start off by adding the ingredients you have for this cocktail using the plus icons.
Featured in
FAQ's
Why is the Little Princess cocktail stirred and not shaken?
The Little Princess cocktail is stirred instead of shaken to maintain a smooth texture and to prevent dilution, which could overshadow the delicate balance between the white rum and red vermouth. Stirring is often preferred for spirit-forward cocktails to preserve clarity and integrity of the flavors.
How does the alcohol content of the Little Princess compare to other cocktails?
With an alcohol content of 32%, the Little Princess falls into a moderate to strong category of alcoholic cocktails. It's stronger than light cocktails like the Mimosa (around 10%) but not as potent as some high-proof cocktails like a classic Martini, which can reach up to 40% alcohol content depending on the recipe.
What is the recommended way to serve a Little Princess?
The recommended way to serve a Little Princess is in a chilled cocktail glass to enhance the cold, crisp nature of the drink. This method of serving helps to maintain the intended temperature and overall experience of enjoying the cocktail.
What garnishes work well with the Little Princess?
Given the ingredients of the Little Princess, garnishes like a twist of orange or lemon peel could complement the aromatic profile of the red vermouth and add a refreshing contrast to the white rum. Additionally, a maraschino cherry could offer a sweet, nuanced finish.
What occasions are most suitable for serving the Little Princess cocktail?
The Little Princess, with its elegant presentation and balanced blend of flavors, is well-suited for formal gatherings, cocktail parties, or as a sophisticated pre-dinner drink. Its moderate alcohol content makes it versatile for various occasions.
Upgrade your mixology
Become a member for free taking your cocktail making skills up to level 11. Or become a premium member to rise to cocktail greatness.
- Save your bar forever
- Access to our Cocktail Creator, allowing you to create your own wonderful concoctions.
- Create personalised cocktail menus for all your events, bars or parties
- Save cocktails to personalised 'Tried' and 'Want to try' lists
- Create and record tasting notes on cocktails
- Create lists of cocktails to share with friends and family
- A personalised MyBar URL, allowing you to share everything you can make with friends
- And much more ... (what to buy next, measurement choices, search personalisation...)
Have you tried our Wordpress Plugin?
Download our plugin and embed cocktail recipes directly onto your own site or blog.
Choose from our whole recipe database, or choose a specific cocktail made with a certain ingredient, and let us place a beautiful recipe on your own site.
Find out moreYou might also like
Green Swizzle
The Green Swizzle cocktail is an invigorating blend of flavors that takes your taste buds on a tropical adventure. With...
Bahama Mama
One of the best tiki cocktails you can mix up, the Bahama Mama is a fruity rum drink that is...
Bahia
The Bahia cocktail is a tropical and creamy drink that embodies the essence of a beachside retreat with its refreshing...
Royal Bermuda Yacht Club
The Royal Bermuda Yacht Club cocktail is a refreshing and tropical libation, a testament to the sun-soaked leisure of Bermuda's...
Create a cocktail
Choose a theme and some ingredients, give us some description and we'll create an amazing cocktail for you.
Register as a Premium Make Me a Cocktail community member and get access to an even more powerful creator.
Start creatingBuild your bar
Tell us what you have at home and we’ll find a delicious cocktail for you to make right now.
Register as a Make Me a Cocktail community member and we’ll save your ingredients list so you can come back to it at any time.
Create My Bar
Comments
No comments yet…
You need to be a user with a verified email to comment on cocktails. Login / register