COCKTAIL RECIPE
Queen's Park Swizzle
The Queen's Park Swizzle is a refreshing Caribbean cocktail made with rum, fresh lime juice, mint and bitters. Ideal for hot weather with its intense mint flavor and citrusy texture, this drink is considered one of the early examples of tiki culture.
The Queen's Park Swizzle is one of the classic Caribbean cocktails that originated in Port of Spain, the capital of Trinidad and Tobago. It takes its name from the Queen's Park Hotel, one of the city's most famous social clubs. In the early 20th century it began to be served in the bar of this hotel and soon became popular in the tropics.
Swizzle-style cocktails are based on a preparation method that originated in the Caribbean. In this method, the drink, ice and ingredients are chilled by quickly stirring with a long stick. This technique gives the cocktail a fresh structure and ensures that the flavors are balanced in the glass.
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