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I’ve crafted a lineup of Suze co*cktails that showcase this unique French liqueur’s versatility and distinct bitter charm. Starting with the basics, Suze serves as a splendid base, its gentian root bitterness weaving through each sip, offering a robust foundation for creativity. I adore mixing it into both light, citrusy concoctions and more intricate blends, appreciating its ability to balance flavors and add depth. For those eager to explore a spectrum of tastes, from refreshing to richly complex, this roundup is a must-try.
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The Suze Sour
Bartenders hoping to impress their friends with a tropical twist on a classic should try their hands at a Suze sour. Whiskey sours are delicious co*cktails that look harder to make than they are. The Suze sour builds off the traditional recipe, adding Suze and simple pineapple syrup. Bartenders create the creamy foam topping the drink with egg whites. You may need some practice to perfect your presentation, but the sour Suze sour is worth the effort. The concoction is fruity, refreshing, a little sweet, and just bitter enough to satisfy.
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Sparkling Suze
The sparkling Suze combines three kinds of alcohol into one refreshing co*cktail. The drink uses Cava, a sparkling wine that lends it an air of elegance. Despite this sense of sophistication, the co*cktail could not be easier to make. Mix cava, suze, and St. Germain Elderflower liqueur into a glass, and enjoy. The co*cktail is a little sweet and very floral, perfect for a summer afternoon.
Gin and tonics are classics for a reason. The co*cktail is refreshing, light, and almost impossible to ruin. The recipe has precisely two ingredients, which creates nearly endless modification possibilities. The Suze and tonic remove the gin altogether. While gin gives a co*cktail a pine flavor, Suze lends the drink a delicate floral bitterness that complements the quinine's taste. Bartenders of all experience and skill levels can master the drink; just mix Suze and tonic, and you've got a crisp, delicious co*cktail.
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Lazy Suze
Erin Dumas, the bar manager at Lighthouse in New York, crafted the Lazy Suze by fusing the best elements of whiskey sours and brown derbies. The resulting drink is sweet with a citrus punch. The co*cktail uses ingredients most bartenders keep on hand. Mix whiskey, Suze, grapefruit juice, lemon juice, and simple syrup in a co*cktail shaker. Give the concoction a powerful shake and strain it into your favorite glass.
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Suze Q
The Suze q is easy enough to make, provided you know your way around a mortar and pestle. The co*cktail calls for muddled cucumber, which gives the drink a bright, crisp flavor. Once you've muddled the cucumber and simple syrup, add gin, Suze, lemon juice, and tonic water. The resulting concoction sparkles with bright citrus and earth flavors.
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White Negroni
Negronis have been bar staples for a long time. However, bartending has no sacred cows, and the classics benefit from experimentation and modification. The white negroni eradicates the Campari and sweet vermouth, replacing the ingredients with Lillet blanc and Suze. The white negroni is bitter but refreshing. The drink has a hint of sweetness to temper the harsher aspects. The co*cktail is perfect for beginner bartenders; simply mix gin, Suze, and Lillet blanc into a glass and stir.
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Nuitcap Recipe
Nothing ends a perfect date better than a nightcap. A nuitcap helps you impress your partner far better than a simple glass of whiskey ever could. The co*cktail is bracing and bitter, a refreshing and powerful drink made of four types of alcohol. Add the following to your shopping list: cognac, Suze, blanc vermouth, orange liqueur, and soda water. Mix everything in a glass, and enjoy.
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Keyser Suze
The Keyser Suze is the perfect co*cktail for your Usual Suspects watch party. The simple but elegant drink has a sophisticated, dry flavor that is perfect for sipping. The Keyser Suze mixes up easily but uses some unconventional ingredients. You'll need Suze, Noilly Prat Extra Dry, vermouth, and orange bitters to fix the drink.
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Suze in Paradise
The Suze in Paradise is ideal for bartenders looking to add some French flair to their repertoire. Quentin Chapuis, the co-founder of the Federation Francaise de l'Aperitif, developed the semi-sweet, fruity beverage as a take on a spritz. The drink needs only four ingredients: Suze, creme de framboise, grapefruit juice, and tonic water. The final co*cktail is crisp, fizzy, and delicious.
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Fair Play
The Fair Play is a light, layered co*cktail idea for weekend brunches. The mild drink contains low alcohol content so that visitors can enjoy a glass or two. Seasoned and novice bartenders alike can master this co*cktail. Simply mix Lillet Blanc, suze, bourbon, and orange marmalade. The marmalade lends a citrus sweetness that beautifully contrasts the Suze's bitterness and the bourbon's bite.
10 Suze co*cktail Recipes
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Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
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Course: Drinks
Cuisine: French
Keyword: suze, suze co*cktails
Servings: 1
Author: Paul Kushner
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Written by Paul Kushner
Founder and CEO of MyBartender. Graduated from Penn State University. He always had a deep interest in the restaurant and bar industry. His restaurant experience began in 1997 at the age of 14 as a bus boy. By the time he turned 17 he was serving tables, and by 19 he was bartending/bar managing 6-7 nights a week.
In 2012, after a decade and a half of learning all facets of the industry, Paul opened his first restaurant/bar. In 2015, a second location followed, the latter being featured on The Food Network’s Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives.
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