The best sundowner recipes

With rum and bourbon from JJ's Maneuverschluck

When the sky glows a warm orange and the water sparkles, it's time for the perfect drink: a sundowner. Whether on board or on the balcony, this moment deserves a drink that's more than just a thirst quencher. We present you the best recipes that work particularly well with our sailing spirits.

1. “Tangerine Mule” with JJ’s Maneuverschluck Jamaica

A refreshing twist on the classic mule – with a tropical flair.
Ingredients:

• 5 cl JJ's maneuver sip Jamaica

• 2 cl fresh lime juice

• Ginger beer to refill

• Ice, mint and a slice of mandarin orange

Preparation:
Pour all ingredients over ice in a copper mug, garnish with mint and enjoy cold.

2. “Vanilla Sea Breeze” with JJ’s Panama & Antigua

Salty breeze meets gentle sweetness – perfect for sunsets by the sea.
Ingredients:

• 5 cl JJs maneuver sip Panama & Antigua

• 2 cl cranberry juice

• 2 cl grapefruit juice

• Ice and a splash of soda

Preparation:
Shake all ingredients and strain into a highball glass over ice. Serve with a sprinkle of sea salt on the rim.

3. “Port of Sunset” with JJ’s Dominican Republic, Venezuela & Porto

An elegant sundowner for those who like it velvety.
Ingredients:

• 5 cl JJ's Maneuver Swallow Dom. Rep., Venezuela & Porto

• 1 cl fresh lemon juice

• 1 cl sugar syrup

• 2 dashes of Angostura Bitters

Preparation:
Shake everything vigorously with ice in a shaker and strain into a tumbler glass. Garnish with orange zest.

4. “Tennessee Twist” with JJ’s maneuver swallow Tennessee

Southern feeling with a touch of exoticism.
Ingredients:

• 5 cl JJ's maneuver sip Tennessee

• 1 cl lime juice

• 1 cl sugar syrup

• Coconut water to refill

Preparation:
Shake everything with ice, pour into a highball glass and garnish with a lime wedge.

5. “Expeditions Negroni” with Expedition Trip I

The classic reinterpreted – smoky, soft, complex.
Ingredients:

• 3 cl JJ's maneuver swallow expedition trip I

• 3 cl red vermouth

• 3 cl Campari

Preparation:
Stir over ice and strain into a chilled glass. Garnish with an orange slice.

Too lazy to mix? No problem.

Sometimes things just have to happen quickly – or you want to enjoy the sunset without having to stand at the shaker first. Our Jungle Bird Cocktail is perfect for moments like these: a ready-to-drink delight based on JJ's Maneuverschluck Panama & Antigua , refined with cocoa juice, lime, and Amaroo.

👉 Simply chill, pour – and enjoy the moment.

Conclusion:

With the aromatic and versatile sailor spirits from JJ's Manöverschluck, every sunset becomes a moment of enjoyment. Our rum and bourbon creations add new depth to classic recipes – perfect for connoisseurs, sailors, and lovers of special drinks.

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