09/04/2026
꧁☬𝓙𝓸𝓼𝓮𝓹𝓱𝓲𝓷𝓮 𝓑𝓪𝓴𝓮𝓻☬꧂ The cocktail named Josephine Baker is a tribute to the legendary performer herself. Drawing inspiration from her iconic costume of a short skirt made of artificial bananas and a beaded necklace, this cocktail captures the spirit of the jazz age and the Roaring twenties.
The choice of Havana Rum as the main spirit in the Josephine Baker cocktail is significant. In January 1966, Fidel Castro invited Baker to perform at the Teatro Musical de La Habana in Havana, Cuba, during the seventh-anniversary celebrations of his revolution. Her spectacular show in April of that year broke attendance records, making Havana Rum a fitting choice to honor her connection to Cuba.
The cocktail combines Havana Club Selección de Maestros Rum fat-washed with Ghee butter, banana, parsnip, PX Sherry, anise, 🍊 cocoa bitters. These ingredients are clarified through our Lab centrifuge, resulting in a spirit-forward and strong libation with a delightful sweetness from the banana. The parsnip adds a nuttiness to the flavor profile, while the anise seeds contribute hints of licorice. The combination of banana, parsnip, and anise creates a unique and harmonious pairing that complements the notes of Havana Rum and the nuttiness of PX Sherry.
The Josephine Baker cocktail pays homage to the extraordinary artist and her iconic image, offering a taste experience that reflects her spirit and the era she helped define.
