The Porto Flip is a rich, dessert-like after-dinner cocktail poured at Grappa in Seattle’s Queen Anne neighborhood. Our bartenders build it from 10-Year Tawny Port, heavy cream, a free-range organic egg, and freshly grated nutmeg. It is on our list for guests who want a velvety, nightcap-style drink to close the evening.
About This Cocktail
The Porto Flip is a classic flip dating to the 19th century, first appearing in print in Jerry Thomas’s 1862 Bartender’s Guide. The “flip” style relies on a whole egg, vigorously shaken with a fortified wine or spirit to create a luxuriously creamy texture. At Grappa we follow tradition closely, building ours on aged tawny port for nutty depth. Please note this cocktail contains raw egg.
What’s In It
This shaken after-dinner cocktail centers on 10-Year Tawny Port for its nutty, caramelized richness, blended with heavy cream and a whole free-range organic egg for body and froth. It is dry-shaken and then shaken with ice to emulsify, strained, and finished with freshly grated nutmeg on top.
Tasting Notes
The nose is warm and inviting, with nutmeg, cream, and dried fruit from the tawny port. The palate is rich and velvety, gently sweet, with nutty, caramel notes and a silky texture. The finish is smooth and lingering, like a liquid dessert.
What to Pair It With
As an after-dinner cocktail, the Porto Flip pairs beautifully with dessert. Try it alongside Mama’s Tiramisu, the Flourless Chocolate Cake, or Vanilla Bean Panna Cotta. It is also lovely with our Charcuterie Board. See the full dine-in menu for more.
How It’s Served at Grappa
The Porto Flip is a hand-crafted after-dinner cocktail at $14, shaken to order and served up with grated nutmeg. It contains raw egg.
FAQ
What’s in the Porto Flip?
It is made with 10-Year Tawny Port, heavy cream, a free-range organic egg, and freshly grated nutmeg. It contains raw egg.
What does it taste like?
It tastes rich and dessert-like, with nutty, caramelized tawny port, creamy texture, and warm nutmeg on the finish.
Is it strong, bitter, or sweet?
It is a gently sweet, low-proof after-dinner cocktail, more creamy and dessert-like than strong or bitter.
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