Definitely needs dilution and then to sit a little bit. Actually enjoyed it more after it warmed up some. A good alternative to a sweet Manhattan. Might be interesting to do this again with a rye instead of bourbon.
Hmm, interesting. It's not quite for me, though. I don't know if I'd like it more if it was just tequila or just mezcal. Or if my brain is rebelling because it wants lime instead of lemon.
I had an idea this would be yummy, but it was even more delicious than I expected. This has gone up to my top favorites list and might become my favorite way to enjoy Aperol and maybe even rye!
I am not regretting it at all! The Brancamenta is very nice on its own! And this cocktail is really delicious (even though I don't have mint bitters)
It's really interesting how the flavors sort of come through at different times yet still marry together nicely. Chartreuse first, then the base spirits followed by the mint. Nicely done, Simon!
I used Simon's ratios and found it to be a very nice drink! I felt that even with the Suze being the forward flavor that it did not dominate and the whiskies, Montenegro and lemon juice all came through.
One thing I might change is just doing one type of whisky. I do have the Abasolo corn whisky and that might sit just right in this drink!
Spiced rum
Cherry brandy
Lime juice
Falernum liqueur
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Tennessee whiskey
Cherry brandy
Lime juice
Sugar syrup (2:1)
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