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Fog Cutter
Posted: July 17, 2026
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The Fog Cutter is a legendary tiki cocktail that lives up to its dramatic name — a multi-spirit punch of rum, brandy, and gin softened with fresh citrus, orgeat, and a float of Fino sherry. Created by Trader Vic in the 1940s, it became one of his signature drinks and remains a rite of passage for serious tiki enthusiasts. The sherry float is essential: it delivers a dry, nutty counterpoint that ties the whole drink together and makes it far more sophisticated than its colorful appearance suggests.
Ingredients
1.5 oz Light Rum
1 oz Lemon Juice
2 oz Orange Juice
0.5 oz Gin
0.5 oz Fino Sherry
0.5 oz Orgeat Syrup
0.5 oz Brandy
Instructions
- Combine light rum, brandy, gin, lemon juice, orange juice, and orgeat syrup in a cocktail shaker with ice.
- Shake vigorously for 12 seconds.
- Strain into a tall glass or tiki mug over crushed ice.
- Float the Fino sherry over the back of a bar spoon so it rests on top.
- Garnish with a mint sprig and citrus wheel.