The weekend is almost here and I’m sure you are looking forward to unwinding without stress. You can always start your weekend with the Chapman as it is a delicious and easy cocktail filled with a blend of fruity flavours. It’s easy to make and you can have this at home before heading out with your crew!
Being a huge fan of Chapman, I always watched closely as the barman made me a glass and I armed myself with a good recipe – that is after I finished bombarding him with enough questions to last him a lifetime. Trust me when I say that I’ve since become one of the best makers of chapman that I know and now, it’s time for you to learn!
Let’s dig in…
Ingredients
- ½ cup Grenadine Syrup
- A few dashes of Angostura Aromatic Bitters
- 35 cl Fanta Orange
- 35 cl Sprite
- ½ an Orange
- ½ a lemon
- Ice cubes
To garnish
- 1/2 an orange
- 1/2 a lemon
- 1/2 a cucumber
Before making the Chapman
- Make the ice cubes either with water or a mixture of the Fanta and the Sprite.
- Make sure the Grenadine Syrup, Fanta, and Sprite are chilling in the fridge.
- Cut the orange and the lemon into two equal parts each then cut one-half of each into thin quarters. Reserve the other halves for squeezing into the drink.
Directions for the Chapman
- Put a few ice cubes in the mugs.
- Add half a cup of the Grenadine Syrup.
- Add a few dashes of Angostura Bitters (to your taste).
- Add a squeeze of orange and lemon each.
- Share the Fanta equally between the two mugs, do the same for the Sprite. Remember to leave some space because the garnishings will take up their own volume.
- Add your sliced garnishings: cucumber, orange, and lemons. This list goes on and on, some people even add bananas to theirs. Just add whatever rocks your boat.
- Top off with Ribena blackcurrant if you have it. (Optional but I like sweet things)
- Stir with the straws, throw in some mint leaves if you so desire and it is ready for drinking!
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