Next week, Crown Royal is hitting the streets of New Orleans, encouraging Mardi Gras revelers to help lighten the load for local cleanup crews and give back to the community by trading in their beads for a true Mardi Gras staple – King Cakes from the legendary Gambino’s bakery.
Check out some festive recipes so you can celebrate Mardi Grad the Royal way!
Cheers!
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Napoleon’s Last Stand
Created by Ricky Gomez
· 1 oz. Crown Royal Deluxe
· 3/4 oz. Pimms
· 3/4 oz. Lemon Juice
· 3/4 oz. Simple Syrup
Place all ingredients in a shaker tin. Add ice and shake. Strain over fresh ice in Collins glass. Top off with ginger ale and garnish with slice of cucumber.
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Carnival Queen
Created by Ricky Gomez
· 1 1/4 oz. Crown Royal Regal Apple
· 1/4 oz. Chambord or dark berry liquor
· 1/4 oz. lemon juice
Place all ingredients in a shaker tin. Add ice and shake. Strain into flute and top off with champagne or other sparkling wine. Garnish with a lemon twist.
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Cafe Royál
Created by Ricky Gomez
· 1 1/4 oz. Crown Royal Vanilla
· 1/4 oz. Grand Marnier or orange liquor
· 4 oz. Cold Brew coffee or hot coffee
This drink can be served hot or cold. If served with cold brew pour all ingredients over ice and stir. If served hot pour all ingredients in pre heated coffee mug and stir. Garnish with a cinnamon stick and whipped cream.
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