Rome is Burning

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Discerning Drinkers (13 ratings)

Serve in a

Coupe glass

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Garnish:

Flamed orange zest twist (discarded) & skewered Luxardo Maraschino Cherry

How to make:

STIR first 4 ingredients with ice and strain into chilled glass. TOP with sparkling wine.

Allergens:


Recipe contains the following allergens:

Strength & taste guide:


Review:

Originally topped with lambrusco, I've opted for prosecco but some, like me, may prefer champagne or other brut sparkling wine. Whichever you choose, the result is cognac-laced bittersweet herbal and lightly vivacious aperitivo or digestivo.

History:

Adapted from a recipe that originated in 2008 at Milk & Honey in New York City, USA.

Nutrition:

One serving of Rome is Burning contains 180 calories.

Alcohol content:

  • 1.5 standard drinks
  • 17.9% alc./vol. (35.8° proof)
  • 21.2 grams of pure alcohol
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