What's better then a cool fan on a hot, muggy July day? A crisp Ginger Shandy cocktail. We were offered both at Tales of the Cocktail earlier this month in New Orleans. Domain de Canton ginger liqueur was inspired by the French tradition of fortifying sweet and fresh elixirs with fine eaux de vie and cognac. Spicy and aromatic drinks became popular with the French during the time of colonial Indochine. Domaine de Canton is inspired by the subtle spiciness of the baby ginger grown locally in modern day Indochine. The result is a recipe which evokes an era of tropical romance and continental sophistication that is both elegant and timeless. I first learned about this liqueur a few years ago participating in an outstanding spirit dinner at Eric Repert's Restaurant Le Bernadine in New York. If you love fresh fish, you really need to plan a trip to dine there. Each course was meticulously prepared and perfectly cooked and paired with a Dom de Canton cocktail. Here is a yummy cocktail recipe using Domain de Canton and Cognac, two fine products from France. Enjoy!
Canton Shandy
Canton Shandy
- 1 oz Domain de Canton
- 1 oz Cognac
- 1 oz simple syrup
- 1oz fresh squeezes lemon juice
- 2 oz ginger beer of your choice
Combine Dom de Canton, Cognac, simple syrup, and lemon juice over ice in a shaker. Shake until well chilled. Strain into a cocktail glass and top with ginger beer. Garnish with a lemon wedge or wheel.