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This potent cocktail marries apple spirit with rye whiskey and rich herbal Chartreuse. An after-dinner/nightcap tipple.
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Getting the dilution right is key, but once done this is a tasty spirit-forward cocktail. The Chartreuse is the most prominent component, but the rye whiskey and subtle Calvados provide a nice 'backbone' and increase the complexity. Since the Calvados is the most subtle component, I'm curious to try Florian Ruf's idea of increasing the Calvados by 5 ml and decreasing the Chartreuse by 5 ml next time.
The name caught my eye as Diamondback ratttlesnakes are a daily thought here. So while it was named after the turtle on the east coast, I think it’s fitting for the snake in the west—Smooth, strong, silky, potentially dangerous. “Boozy” doesn’t fit for me as I interpret that (perhaps incorrectly) as unbalanced and I feel this is balanced. But definitely a sipper. Really enjoyed it
There are so many wonderful cocktails containing Chartreuse, both green and yellow, and I've added this one to my list. I've yet to find one I don't like. This cocktail is excellent but, despite being now near 75 years old, had escaped my scrutiny. I love that Diffords resurrects these excellent classic cocktails and makes them accessible. Cocktail history seems to add to the pleasure of sipping on these old drinks, and I appreciate this addition.
Wow! Strong! Almost the definition of ‘spirit forward’ The Chartreuse does add a touch of honey and especially its herbal flavour on the aftertaste. The Calvados seems to be quivering somewhere in the longs grass. I must get some Laird’s Applejack and try this again (and American Trilogy).
One of the best new cocktails for me in a while!
Rye brings structure, backbone.
Nice mouthfeel from the sugar in the Chartreuse. Calvados adds aromaticity.