James Buckman

A nice summer cocktail. I am wary of simple syrup and halved the amount. Worked well for me.

I made this using Amaro Montenegro because I had no Averno on hand. Not good, a bit sharp really. But I suspect the real problem was the grappa. Is there a question mark over Grappa di Moscato acquired from the bargains section of a Napoli supermarket?????

I didn't have any ginger syrup so I used ginger liqueur. It didn't seem to hurt. Nice drink.

I love this drink. Critical to enjoying it though, is that whiff of mint while sipping. It's a drink that is not worth making without the garnish.