Machine Head

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Serve in
a Coupe glass...
1 shot Martell VSOP Médaillon cognac BUY
1 shot Bacardi Carta Blanca light rum BUY
1 shot Bourbon whiskey
1 shot Benoit Serres créme de violette
1 dash Angostura Orange Bitters BUY
1 dash Angostura Aromatic Bitters BUY
1 dash Xocolatl Mole bitters
3 pinch Lychee Rose Tea(for smoker)
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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.

Origin:

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

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