Asherry cobbler is a classic American cocktail made withsherry, sugar and citrus. Its origins are not known in detail, but is believed to have originated sometime in the early 19th century. The earliest known mention is from an 1838 diary of a Canadian traveler to the United States,Katherine Jane Ellice, but it did not gain international name recognition untilCharles Dickens included the drink inThe Life and Adventures of Martin Chuzzlewit.[1]
To make the drink, orange and lemon are muddled with simple syrup, sherry is added, and the mixture is shaken with ice in a cocktail shaker and strained into ahighball glass filled with crushed ice. Garnishes include mint leaves, raspberry, and orange and lemon slices.[2] It can also be garnished with pineapple wedges or any seasonal berries. Some recipes add pineapple juice.[3]
The Sherry Cobbler emerged during the 1830s and became one of the most popular mixed drinks in the 19th century United States. The invention of the drinking straw around this time made crushed ice drinks like the Sherry Cobbler more convenient. The earliest known reference to a "Cobbler" dates the diary of Canadian traveler Katherine Jane Ellice. It was included in the first book that is known to be specifically for bartenders, that is Jerry Thomas' 1862 edition ofThe Bartender's Guide. This original recipe is made with just three ingredients:[4]
The popularity of Sherry Cobbler inspired many spinoff drinks like the Champagne Cobbler, Claret Cobbler, and Whiskey Cobbler. In 1888,Harry Johnson wrote "This drink is without doubt the most popular beverage in this country, with ladies as well as with gentlemen," but like many classic cocktails their popularity fades afterProhibition.
A 19th-century recipe forFourth of July Sherry cobbler is made with strawberries, lemon peel, powdered sugar and sherry.[5]
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Rebujito is a similar Andalusian drink made by combining sherry and a soft drink, typically white lemonade or lemon-lime soda.
Classic cobblers didn't include muddled fruits but the popularity of the Sherry Cobbler inspired the creation of more elaborate cobblers.
The King's Cobbler was made with rhubarbamaro calledZucca rabarbaro instead of fortified wine. Other ingredients were muddled strawberry, fresh lemon juice and simple syrup, with a mint leaf garnish.
Champagne cobbler is made with muddled pineapple, lemon and orange withMaraschino liqueur and Champagne in a 1:4 ratio.[6]