I don’t love boulevardiers, so for me this is a much more accessible option. Added a couple of extra drops of choc bitters as per TM’s comment, and Adam’s suggestion of a flamed orange twist matched beautifully. Used the watered down Woodford Reserve that they sell in Australia, and it actually blended in nicely. I’m sure will be back for more at some point.
Love this cocktail and its chocolate notes! Some will consider this excessive, but I double the number of chocolate bitter drops. Maybe compensation for my sense of smell diminishing with my increasing age?🤪
Lovely sultry riff on a riff. Tonight ran out of Campari *just* under 3/4 oz so filled the last 1/8 or so with Cynar which is a fun variation. Flamed orange peel is a nice touch too.