What ingredients do I need for Sol Y Sombra?

To make Sol Y Sombra, you need: 1 ½ oz Brandy, 1 ½ oz Anisette.

How do I make Sol Y Sombra?

Shake ingredients with ice. Strain into a brandy snifter, and serve. (The English translation of the name of this drink is "Sun and Shade", and after sampling this drink, you'll understand why. Thanks, Kirby.)

What glass should I use for Sol Y Sombra?

Sol Y Sombra is traditionally served in a Brandy Snifter.

Is Sol Y Sombra an alcoholic drink?

Yes, Sol Y Sombra is an alcoholic cocktail.

How strong is Sol Y Sombra?

Sol Y Sombra has an alcohol content of about 26% ABV.

How many calories are in Sol Y Sombra?

Sol Y Sombra contains approximately 280 calories per serving.

Sol Y Sombra

Name: Sol Y Sombra
Total time: 3 min
Yield: 1 drink
Ingredients: 1 ½ oz Brandy; 1 ½ oz Anisette

Equal measures of brandy and anisette shaken and served in a snifter — 'sun and shade' in Spanish. Warm grape spirit under a cool licorice canopy.

26% ABVStrongCocktails

Easy

Difficulty

3 min

Time

280 Cal

Calories

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Flavor profile

Brandy

Strength

Sweet

Sour

Bitter

Taste values from the Pocket Bartender recipe catalog.

Ingredients

Brandy1 ½ oz
Anisette1 ½ oz

Instructions

Shake ingredients with ice.
Strain into a brandy snifter, and serve.
(The English translation of the name of this drink is "Sun and Shade", and after sampling this drink, you'll understand why. Thanks, Kirby.)

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