Travis Dotson

Quite balanced and smooth. It has a richer flavor than the Death Flip which I found a bit lacking. I'll admit I didn't have Torabhaig so I used Lagavulin, and now I'll most likely continue with that.

I am a big fan of cynar, so I was excited to come across the Bitter Giuseppe. I think the version with 1/4 oz Lemon juice and 6 dashes of orange bitters (I use Luxardo) is perfect.

I have also created a Smoky Giuseppe which I think is even better. I think Cynar 70 and mezcal work well together.

Smoky Giuseppe

2oz Cynar 70
1oz Dolin Vermouth Rouge
1/4oz Mezcal
1/2oz Apricot Brandy
1/4oz Cherry Heering
1/4oz lemon juice
6 dashes Orange bitters

I make this with Dolin Rouge and 6 dashes of luxardo orange bitters

I have been making a version of this lately as follows:

1 oz bourbon
1 oz rye
3/4 oz lemon juice
3/4 oz orgeat
1/2 oz simple syrup
1 egg white

I find it really balanced, and I've been drinking this a lot lately - made 2 waiting for the 30 minute delay for new members to post here ;)