Aztec
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Aztec
Serve in a Martini glass
| 1 3⁄4 oz | Bourbon whiskey |
| 1⁄2 oz | Bénédictine D.O.M. liqueur |
| 1⁄4 oz | White crème de cacao liqueur |
| 1 drop | Hot pepper sauce (red vinegar-based e.g. Tabasco) |
How to make:
- Select and pre-chill a Martini glass.
- Prepare garnish of orange zest twist.
- STIR all ingredients with ice.
- FINE STRAIN into chilled glass.
- EXPRESS flamed orange zest twist over cocktail, then use as garnish.
Review:
Whiskey with the merest touch of herbal and chocolate liqueurs spiced with a wisp of pepper.
History:
Adapted from a recipe created in 2007 by Neyah White, Nopa, San Francisco, USA.
Nutrition:
One serving of Aztec contains 200 calories
Alcohol content:
- 1.8 standard drinks
- 33.06% alc./vol. (33.06° proof)
- 24.8 grams of pure alcohol
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On the sweet side but…occasionally that’s okay. The Benedictine and Creme de Cacao work well together, the Bourbon holds it in place and there is a touch (possibly) of heat on the finish. Next time 4 drops.