Originally served in a chilled old-fashioned glass without ice but I prefer this cocktail with the dilution that comes with ice. Don't worry if you don't...
I agree with the suggestion to use maple syrup. I reduced it to 1/4 oz, with Old Grand-dad 114 proof bourbon, 1/2 oz Cynar, & 1/4 oz Campari. Angustura cocoa bitters and orange zest since chocolate & orange are a match made in heaven.
Now my wife is going to want one of these every night!
I tried this tonight. Excellent balance. I like my drinks a touch more bitter so the addition of the Campari I think is genius. I might play with using an Averna or another amaro to see where it leads.
Now my wife is going to want one of these every night!