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Chapman (Nigerian Cocktail)

4.8(56 reviews)

Lagos's favorite mocktail. bittersweet, citrusy, deeply red. Blackcurrant cordial, Fanta, Sprite, lime, bitters. Refreshing as a Saturday afternoon in Ikoyi.

Total time:
5 min
Servings:
1
Per serving:
180 kcal
Cost per serving:
$1.40
Difficulty:
easy
Chapman (Nigerian Cocktail)

Step-by-step

  1. Fill a tall glass with ice.

  2. Pour blackcurrant cordial, grenadine, lime juice.

  3. Add bitters.

  4. Top with equal parts Fanta and Sprite.

  5. Stir gently. Garnish with cucumber and orange.

Cook's tip

Adjust sweetness by adding more lime juice. Add a splash of vodka or rum for the adult version.

Storage

Make to order.

Freezer: Freeze leftover for slushies.

Nutrition per serving

Calories
180
Protein
0g
Carbs
44g
Fat
0g
Fiber
0g
Sugar
40g
Sat Fat
0g
Sodium
30mg

Estimates based on USDA FoodData Central. See our nutrition disclaimer.

Frequently asked questions

What can replace Ribena?

Any blackcurrant syrup or cordial. In a pinch, cranberry juice plus a teaspoon of sugar.

Make it boozy?

Add 1.5 oz vodka, gin, or white rum.

Reviews

4.8(56 reviews)

Tola O.

3 days ago

Made this for Sunday lunch — the smoky bottom turned out perfect. Family demolished the pot in twenty minutes.

✓ Would make again

Marcus B.

1 week ago

First time cooking this and the timing notes saved me. Did not lift the lid once. The crust at the bottom was the best part.

✓ Would make again

Aisha K.

2 weeks ago

Loved it but added an extra scotch bonnet — we like it spicy. Recipe scales well, made a double batch.

✓ Would make again

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