Mary Pickford (cocktail): Difference between revisions

Latest revision as of 16:32, 16 February 2025

Mary Pickford (cocktail)[edit]

The Mary Pickford is a classic cocktail named after the famous Canadian-American actress Mary Pickford. This cocktail is known for its sweet and fruity flavor, making it a popular choice among those who enjoy tropical drinks. It is traditionally served in a cocktail glass and is a staple in many cocktail bars around the world.

History[edit]

The Mary Pickford cocktail is believed to have been created in the 1920s during the Prohibition era in the United States. It was reportedly invented by Eddie Woelke or Fred Kaufmann at the Hotel Nacional de Cuba in Havana, Cuba. The drink was named in honor of Mary Pickford, who was a frequent visitor to Cuba during this time.

Ingredients[edit]

The Mary Pickford cocktail is made with the following ingredients:

Preparation[edit]

To prepare a Mary Pickford cocktail, follow these steps:

1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. 2. Add the white rum, pineapple juice, grenadine, and maraschino liqueur to the shaker. 3. Shake well until the mixture is chilled. 4. Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass. 5. Garnish with a maraschino cherry if desired.

Variations[edit]

While the classic Mary Pickford recipe is widely enjoyed, there are several variations that incorporate different ingredients or proportions to suit personal tastes. Some variations may include the addition of lime juice or the use of different types of rum.

Related pages[edit]

@@ Line 1: / Line 1: @@
-'''Mary Pickford (cocktail)'''
+== Mary Pickford (cocktail) ==
-The '''Mary Pickford''' is a [[Prohibition]]-era [[cocktail]] named after the Canadian-American film actress [[Mary Pickford]]. It is a classic cocktail that has been enjoyed for over a century and continues to be a popular choice in bars and restaurants around the world.
+[[File:Mary_Pickford_Cocktail.jpg|thumb|right|A Mary Pickford cocktail]]
+The '''Mary Pickford''' is a classic [[cocktail]] named after the famous [[Canadian]]-[[American]] actress [[Mary Pickford]]. This cocktail is known for its sweet and fruity flavor, making it a popular choice among those who enjoy tropical drinks. It is traditionally served in a [[cocktail glass]] and is a staple in many [[cocktail bar]]s around the world.
 == History ==
-The Mary Pickford cocktail was created during the Prohibition era, a time when the production, sale, and transportation of alcoholic beverages were banned in the United States. Despite the ban, many people continued to consume alcohol in secret, leading to the creation of many new cocktail recipes. The Mary Pickford cocktail is one such creation, named after the famous actress who was one of the most powerful women in the film industry during the 1920s.
+The Mary Pickford cocktail is believed to have been created in the 1920s during the [[Prohibition]] era in the [[United States]]. It was reportedly invented by [[Eddie Woelke]] or [[Fred Kaufmann]] at the [[Hotel Nacional de Cuba]] in [[Havana]], [[Cuba]]. The drink was named in honor of Mary Pickford, who was a frequent visitor to Cuba during this time.
 == Ingredients ==
-The Mary Pickford cocktail is a sweet and fruity drink that is typically made with the following ingredients:
+The Mary Pickford cocktail is made with the following ingredients:
-* 2 oz. [[white rum]]
+* 2 oz [[white rum]]
-* 1 oz. [[pineapple juice]]
+* 1 oz [[pineapple juice]]
-* A dash of [[grenadine]]
+* 1/2 oz [[grenadine]]
-* A dash of [[maraschino liqueur]]
+* 1/4 oz [[maraschino liqueur]]
-These ingredients are shaken with ice and then strained into a cocktail glass. The drink is often garnished with a cherry or a slice of pineapple.
+== Preparation ==
-== Variations ==
+To prepare a Mary Pickford cocktail, follow these steps:
-There are several variations of the Mary Pickford cocktail. Some recipes call for the addition of other fruit juices, such as orange or grapefruit juice. Others suggest using different types of rum, such as dark rum or spiced rum. Despite these variations, the basic recipe remains the same: a combination of rum, pineapple juice, grenadine, and maraschino liqueur.
+. Fill a [[cocktail shaker]] with [[ice]].
+. Add the white rum, pineapple juice, grenadine, and maraschino liqueur to the shaker.
+. Shake well until the mixture is chilled.
+. Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass.
+. Garnish with a [[maraschino cherry]] if desired.
-== In popular culture ==
+== Variations ==
-The Mary Pickford cocktail has been featured in numerous books and films over the years. It is often associated with the glamour and sophistication of the Roaring Twenties, a time when cocktails were a symbol of rebellion against the Prohibition laws.
+While the classic Mary Pickford recipe is widely enjoyed, there are several variations that incorporate different ingredients or proportions to suit personal tastes. Some variations may include the addition of [[lime juice]] or the use of different types of rum.
-== See also ==
+== Related pages ==
-* [[List of cocktails]]
+* [[Cocktail]]
 * [[Prohibition in the United States]]
 * [[Mary Pickford]]
+* [[Rum]]
+* [[Pineapple juice]]
+{{Cocktails}}
 [[Category:Cocktails]]
-[[Category:Prohibition]]
+[[Category:Rum cocktails]]
-[[Category:Mary Pickford]]
+[[Category:Cocktails with pineapple juice]]
-{{cocktail-stub}}
+[[Category:Cocktails with grenadine]]
-{{food-stub}}
+[[Category:Cocktails with maraschino liqueur]]