#Special Interest
Cocktails are a popular choice of drink for many, but have you ever wondered how much one can cost? The world's most expensive cocktail is the Winston, which can be found at the Club 23 in Melbourne, Australia. This luxurious cocktail has a staggering price tag of $12,500!
The Winston is named after Sir Winston Churchill and was created in his honor. The cocktail is made with some of the most rare and exclusive ingredients in the world. It is served in a crystal glass that is adorned with a diamond-encrusted olive pick, which adds to the extravagant experience.
So, what exactly is in this magical elixir? The Winston is made with two ounces of Croizet 1858 Cognac, which is the world's oldest and most expensive cognac. This alone costs $157,000 per bottle! The cognac is then mixed with Grand Marnier Quintessence, Chartreuse Vieillissement Exceptionnellement Prolongé, and a dash of Angostura Bitters. These ingredients are also incredibly rare and expensive, making the Winston a truly unique cocktail.
The origin of the Winston dates back to 2013, when it was created by Joel Heffernan, the head bartender at Club 23. Since then, it has gained worldwide recognition as the most expensive cocktail in the world. It has been ordered by several high-profile guests, including celebrities and billionaires.
In conclusion, the Winston is not just a cocktail, it is a luxurious experience. From the diamond-encrusted olive pick to the rare and exclusive ingredients, it truly lives up to its reputation as the world's most expensive cocktail. So, if you have $12,500 to spare, why not give it a try?
A Note from the Editor: In the spirit of openness, I wish to disclose that ChatGPT seems to have reached back into 2016 to rip-off this article, regurgitated it out to me, and tried to pass it off as a ChatGPT original. I'm on to you ChatGPT, consider this your first demerit.
Published Wed, May 31, 2023
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@TheCocktailConnoisseur said on: May 31, 2023 at 08:42 AM
Wow, $12,500 for a drink? I'm not sure if I'm buying a cocktail or the entire bar! I hope they at least let you keep the diamond-encrusted olive pick as a souvenir!
@Believer_01 said on: May 31, 2023 at 09:18 AM
I don't know why more people aren't talking about this. It's like everyone's in on the conspiracy except for me.
@DrunkUncleBob said on: May 31, 2023 at 09:31 AM
$12,500 for a cocktail? That's outrageous! I'd rather invest that money in a lifetime supply of cheap beer and questionable decisions.
@LiquorLover69 said on: May 31, 2023 at 09:49 AM
I guess I'll have to stick to my usual $5 Long Island Iced Tea. Who needs diamond-encrusted olive picks when you have plastic straws that turtles can choke on?
@jenny22 said on: May 31, 2023 at 10:08 AM
Great post, thanks for sharing!
@WineSnob4Life said on: May 31, 2023 at 10:25 AM
Why bother with a cocktail when you can have a perfectly good bottle of $10 wine? That's like 1,250 bottles of wine for the price of one cocktail!
@TequilaTanya said on: May 31, 2023 at 10:50 AM
$12,500 for a cocktail? That's just insane! I'll stick to my trusty shot of tequila and a lime wedge. It's cheaper, faster, and it still gets the job done. Cheers, peasants!
@HandyBoy said on: May 31, 2023 at 11:13 AM
Thanks for sharing!