Mrs Beeton's Negus

An ancient English drink with an old-world charm, warm and comforting, combining the roundness of Port wine with the spicy notes of nutmeg and cinnamon. Mentioned in Mrs. Beeton's Victorian cookbooks, it embodies the elegance of British tradition and the pleasure of a convivial drink on cold winter evenings. Its enveloping aroma and sweet-spicy flavor make it a true indulgence in the cup.

Cocktail ingredients

Ingredients

  • 75 cl Red Port Wine
  • 30 cl Water
  • 80 gr sugar
  • 1 Lemon (juice and zest)
  • 1 pinch nutmeg
  • 1 Cinnamon Stick
Cocktail preparation

Preparation

  1. Pour the water into a saucepan together with the sugar, lemon juice and zest, cinnamon and nutmeg.
  2. Bring slowly to the boil and let simmer for a few minutes
  3. Add the Port wine and mix without boiling so as not to lose the aroma.
  4. Strain and serve hot in heat-resistant glasses or punch bowls.
Alcoholic content

Alcoholic degrees

About 12°
Recommended glass

Recommended glass

Punch cup or heat-resistant glass.
pairing

Food pairing

Perfect with dry pastries, spice cakes and butter biscuits.

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