This drink is so spirituous that it may have finished Archibald off, but at least his last drink was a proper sharpener. Then again, the perceived health-giving...
As a San Franciscan and friend of many bartenders, I find this cocktail perfectly balanced. No need for a cube. A bright, sweet rye like Rittenhouse or Old Forester is best. The Benedictine takes the edge off the Fernet, and maraschino adds a touch of complexity.
The orange peel is crucial here. For the young at heart
The orange peel is crucial here. For the young at heart