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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...
Justin Aniello
1st June at 02:46
I don't find it too sweet so much as the cynar plus bourbon and chocolate don't quite work together for me, unfortunate as cynar is one of my favorite amaros.
25th February at 23:08
My two cents. Forget the syrup, already too sweet because of Bourbon and cynar. If you want a really worth it upgrade, cynar 70. Thats all.
16th September 2024 at 02:32
Tried before, it was excellent. This time around (used a 99 proof bourbon) it was a bit sweet. My rich syrup has been covered, in the fridge, for a while so perhaps evaporation has concentrated it. A strong dash of chocolate bitters completely corrected the balance. Certainly served with ice. ♡
10th September 2024 at 01:35
My unsolicited advice: sub maple syrup (half the amount, maybe less!) for the simple. Adds to the complexity and helps it last longer!
28th June at 04:34
I completely agree, a splash of maple syrup in place of the simple makes for a much more interesting drink. This was a favorite as written, even better with maple syrup.
23rd October 2024 at 21:47
Cheers for the tip. Agree it add extra complexity.
9th August 2024 at 14:17
Agree with all comments. Fabulous rich cocktail, chocolate bitters make it. Would dial back the sugar a little though
29th January 2024 at 07:45
This is a good drink! Not too sweet for me using Woodford Reserve. Took Garrett's advice with some orange oils on top and highly recommend. Ends with that distinctive Cynar bitterness. As the drink dilutes, the cocoa notes increase.
22nd January 2024 at 05:08
The chocolate bitters make this - next time I'll take Garrett's suggestion and zooz a little orange zest over the top. Pretty good complex mix of flavours that work well together.
16th December 2023 at 00:27
Way too sweet for me. I'll cut the simple syrup in half, try again, and report back.