XYZ
Description
XYZ is a classic cocktail that pursues ultimate balance with three simple ingredients: white rum, Cointreau, and lemon juice. The refreshing acidity of lemon, the elegant sweetness of Cointreau, and the rich flavor of rum harmonize exquisitely, creating a sophisticated taste that appeals to all drinkers. True to its name meaning 'nothing better exists,' it's a masterpiece cocktail expressing perfect equilibrium.
Origin
Country of Origin: United States （1920年代）
A classic cocktail believed to have originated in the United States during the Prohibition era. At that time, many bartenders kept their recipes secret, and this cocktail was called by the mysterious name 'X, Y, Z.' Later, from the meaning of 'the end of the alphabet,' it became widely beloved as the 'ultimate cocktail.' This simple yet perfectly balanced cocktail continues to be loved by many bartenders.
Birth Date Meaning
A messenger who moves people with words that touch the heart
The name XYZ cocktail implies 'the ultimate cocktail, nothing better exists,' expressing the pursuit of perfect harmony. The simple yet sophisticated combination of ingredients parallels the skillful choice of words, symbolizing the ability to convey sincere messages that deeply resonate with people's hearts.
Famous Quotes
- "Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication" - Leonardo da Vinci (expressing the philosophy of this cocktail)
Trivia
- XYZ means 'the end of the alphabet' and was named as 'the ultimate cocktail, nothing better exists'
- Another theory suggests the recipe was originally kept secret, with bartenders having customers guess the three ingredients as a quiz
- Also known as the rum-based Sidecar, it has a similar structure to the brandy-based Sidecar
- November 28th is also 'Customs Day' in Japan, which has historical connections to rum imports
- This cocktail has been beloved since before WWII and is one of the representative classic cocktails
Recipe
Ingredients:
- White Rum - 30 ml
- Cointreau - 15 ml
- Lemon Juice - 15 ml
Instructions:
- Fill shaker with ice up to 80% capacity
- Add white rum
- Add Cointreau
- Add fresh lemon juice
- Shake vigorously for 15 seconds
- Strain into a chilled cocktail glass
- Express lemon peel for aroma and garnish with maraschino cherry