Purgatory a la Française

Serve in an Old-fashioned glass...
1	fl oz	Cognac
¾	fl oz	Lagavulin 16 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
¾	fl oz	Chartreuse Jaune (Yellow Chartreuse) Liqueur
¾	fl oz	Punt E Mes vermouth

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How to make:

STIR all ingredients with ice and strain into glass.

Garnish:

Lemon zest twist

Comment:

This Islay smoke influenced drink makes for a great night cap.

About:

Adapted from a drink discovered in 2010 at Curio Parlour, Paris, France.

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