Improved Whiskey Cocktail
A refined version of the classic whiskey cocktail, featuring a touch of curaçao and absinthe for added complexity.
Instructions
- Chill a coupe glass by placing it in the freezer or filling it with ice water.
- In a mixing glass, combine 2 oz of rye whiskey, 1/2 oz of sweet vermouth, 1/4 oz of orange curaçao, and 2 dashes of Angostura bitters.
- Add a small splash of absinthe to the mixture (approximately 1/4 teaspoon) and fill the mixing glass with ice.
- Stir gently for about 30 seconds, allowing the ingredients to chill and combine thoroughly.
- Strain the mixture into the chilled coupe glass.
- Garnish with a twist of lemon peel, expressing the oils over the drink before dropping it in.
- In a mixing glass, combine 2 oz of rye whiskey, 1/2 oz of sweet vermouth, 1/4 oz of orange curaçao, and 2 dashes of Angostura bitters.
- Add a small splash of absinthe to the mixture (approximately 1/4 teaspoon) and fill the mixing glass with ice.
- Stir gently for about 30 seconds, allowing the ingredients to chill and combine thoroughly.
- Strain the mixture into the chilled coupe glass.
- Garnish with a twist of lemon peel, expressing the oils over the drink before dropping it in.
Ingredients
• 2 oz Rye Whiskey
• 0.5 oz Sweet Vermouth
• 0.25 oz Orange Curaçao
• 2 dashes Angostura Bitters
• 0.25 teaspoon Absinthe
• 1 piece Lemon Peel