Equipment
Shaker
or Mixing glass
Bar spoon
or Long handle spoon
Strainer
Cocktail glass
or Coupe glass
Ingredients
1 serving
Main
- 15 ml benedictine
- 55 ml amber rum
- 1½ ml angostura bitters
- 1 lemon, peel
Nutrition (per serving)
183
Calories
0g
Protein
6g
Carbs
0g
Fat
0g
Fiber
1g
Sugar
1mg
Sodium
Method
01
Combine 15ml Benedictine, 55ml amber rum, and 1.5ml Angostura bitters in a shaker or mixing glass.
02
Fill the vessel with ice and stir the mixture with a bar spoon for 30 seconds until thoroughly chilled.
0mLook for: Condensation forms on the outside of the vesselFeel: The vessel feels very cold to the touch
03
Strain the liquid into a cocktail glass, ensuring no ice shards enter the drink.
04
Express the oils from the lemon peel over the surface, rub the peel around the rim of the glass, and drop it into the drink.
Chef's Notes
- For optimal chilling and dilution, use good quality, solid ice. Cracked or crushed ice melts too quickly, watering down the cocktail.
- When stirring, aim for a consistent, circular motion. Over-stirring can lead to excessive dilution, while under-stirring will result in a warm, less integrated drink.
- The quality of the amber rum significantly impacts the final flavor. Opt for a mid-range to premium rum that has notes you enjoy, as it forms the backbone of the drink.
- Twisting the lemon peel to express the oils releases aromatic compounds that enhance the cocktail's aroma and add a subtle citrus note without making it sour.
