Bomber Bates
Bomber Bates is a refreshing and citrusy cocktail that became popular in the 1970s. It is believed to be named after a British explosives expert and humor writer known for his explosive personality. This cocktail is made with equal parts vodka, Cointreau, lime juice, lemon juice, and grenadine syrup. This combination creates a sweet and sour flavor with a strong alcoholic kick. The bright red color of the grenadine syrup adds visual appeal, making it an excellent choice for parties or nightlife. Bomber Bates is a perfect balance of sweetness and acidity, a must-try for any cocktail connoisseur.
- Flavor
- Bomber Bates delivers a powerful citrus burst, harnessing the strength of lemon and lime juices, combined with vodka and Cointreau, and finished with red grenadine syrup. This balanced mix offers a sweet and sour sipping experience, visually presenting an appealing deep red hue.
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Glassware
- highball glass
Ingredients
5 ingredients
Method
- 01
Directly add vodka, Cointreau, and grenadine syrup to a highball glass and stir.
- 02
Add crushed ice, pour in freshly squeezed lime juice and lemon juice to fill the glass, then serve.
Know your pour
- What does it taste like?
- Bomber Bates delivers a powerful citrus burst, harnessing the strength of lemon and lime juices, combined with vodka and Cointreau, and finished with red grenadine syrup. This balanced mix offers a sweet and sour sipping experience, visually presenting an appealing deep red hue.
- Which glass should I use?
- highball glass
- Is it beginner-friendly?
- Moderate