Cotton Flower
Description
Cotton Flower is a pure white and beautiful cocktail like cotton flowers, where the richness of Tennessee whiskey and elegant sweetness of amaretto harmonize perfectly. This masterpiece won the annual championship at the 1995 Suntory Cocktail Competition, created by Hiroshi Komoriya with cotton flowers in mind. The gentle and kind flavor expresses the warm heart of a moderate person who cheers up people and animals, a special drink suitable for those who love peace and harmony.
Origin
Country of Origin: Japan （1995）
Created in 1995 by Japanese bartender Hiroshi Komoriya for the Suntory Cocktail Competition. Born from the desire to express the pure white and beautiful appearance of cotton flowers, inspired by America's Cotton Belt. Based on Tennessee whiskey, it continues to be loved by many as a cocktail expressing gentle and kind personality.
Birth Date Meaning
Moderate person who brightens and cheers up people and animals
The pure white and soft beauty of cotton flower expresses a gentle personality, while the warmth of whiskey and sweetness of amaretto symbolize kindness and compassion for people, expressing the image of a moderate person who values harmony
Famous Quotes
- "True strength lies in gentleness" - Cocktail creator, Hiroshi Komoriya
Trivia
- Cotton Flower was the annual winner of the 1995 Suntory Cocktail Competition
- Created by Hiroshi Komoriya, inspired by the cotton flower
- Cherry and mint garnish are designed to resemble cotton flowers
- A regionally rich cocktail beloved in America's Cotton Belt
- Moderate refers to peaceful people who take the middle path without going to extremes
Recipe
Ingredients:
- Jack Daniel's (Black) - 20 ml
- Disaronno Amaretto - 10 ml
- White Curaçao - 10 ml
- Orange Juice - 15 ml
- Grenadine Syrup - 5 ml
Instructions:
- Add ice and all ingredients to shaker
- Shake well to mix all ingredients
- Strain into cocktail glass
- Garnish rim with maraschino cherry
- Add mint leaves on top of cherry
- Finish with a delicate cotton flower-like appearance
- Serve elegantly to create a peaceful atmosphere