Machine Head

Serve in a Coupe glass...
1	fl oz	Cognac
1	fl oz	Bacardi Carta Blanca Superior White Rum (37.5%)
1	fl oz	Bourbon whiskey
1	fl oz	Créme de violette liqueur
1	dash	Angostura Orange Bitters
1	dash	Angostura Aromatic Bitters
1	dash	Xocolatl Mole bitters
3	pinch	Lychee Rose Tea (smoked)

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How to make:

POUR all ingredients except tea into mixing glass. SMOKE tea using a chefs smoker and direct smoke into mixing glass. Cover to capture smoke for a minute or so. Remove cover, STIR with ice and strain into chilled glass.

Garnish:

Luxardo Maraschino cherry & orange zest twist

Comment:

Overdo the smoke and your cocktail will start to resemble a cigar. Too little and you may find a tad sweet.

About:

Adapted from a drink created in 2010 by Jamie Boudreau at Vessel, Seattle, USA.

Nutrition:

There are approximately 312 calories in one serving of Machine Head.

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