While the Sherry Cobbler taps into the modern trend of lower-ABV cocktails, it’s safe to say that its golden era remains a distant memory. This drink was, as startender Harry Johnson noted in 1888, “without doubt the most popular beverage in the country.” Still, there remains much to enjoy and explore here, including the Sherry Cobbler’s role in inspiring themed bars across the Atlantic and spreading the practice of drinking through a straw. Melissa Brooke, bar director at New York’s PS, joins us to today to unpack all of this and more. Listen on to learn her Sherry Cobbler recipe —  and don’t forget to like, review, and subscribe!  Melissa Brooke’s Sherry Cobbler Recipe  Ingredients  - ½ ounce simple syrup - 3 orange slices - 2 ounces Lustau Amontillado sherry - Garnish: fresh berries  Directions  1. Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker with ice. 2. Hard shake until well chilled. 3. Strain into a chilled highball or snifter glass. 4. Top with crushed ice. 5. Garnish with fresh berries.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.