Dunlop – Classic Rum, Dry Sherry & Angostura Cocktail

The Dunlop is a dry, spirit-forward cocktail built from Light Rum, Dry Sherry, and Angostura Bitters. With no citrus or syrup, it relies on the interaction between clean sugarcane spirit, nutty fortified wine, aromatic spice, and proper dilution.

What You'll Need

Ingredients

• Light Rum - provides the clean sugarcane backbone.
• Dry Sherry - adds dryness, nuttiness, and fortified-wine complexity.
• Angostura Bitters - supplies concentrated spice and aromatic depth.

Equipment

• Mixing glass
• Jigger
• Bar spoon
• Strainer
• Coupe/Coupette Glass

Stirred for Clarity and Texture

With only spirits, fortified wine, and bitters, the Dunlop benefits from stirring rather than shaking. Stirring gives controlled dilution while preserving the clear, silky texture expected from a spirit-forward drink.

Substitutions & Variations

• Use lightly aged rum for more oak and vanilla.
• Try Fino or Manzanilla for a crisp sherry profile.
• Use Amontillado for a nuttier variation.
• Another aromatic bitters can change the spice profile without changing the basic structure.

Helpful Tips

• Refrigerate opened sherry.
• Chill the serving glass before mixing.
• Use plenty of firm ice and stir until fully chilled.
• Serve immediately after straining.