Obituary Cocktail

Cocktail Recipe
Obituary Cocktail
Glass: Coupe Glass Difficulty: Medium Prep: 5 min Garnish: Lemon twist Views: 1

Description

A dark and moody cocktail that combines the bitterness of amaro with the smoothness of whiskey, offering a complex and intriguing flavor profile.

History

The Obituary Cocktail emerged in the mid-20th century as a nod to the darker themes often found in classic literature and cinema. Its unique combination of flavors reflects a bittersweet appreciation for life’s ephemeral nature.

Instructions

Step 1.
- Chill a coupe glass by filling it with ice water.
Step 2.
- In a mixing glass, combine the whiskey, amaro, and sweet vermouth over ice.
Step 3.
- Stir well until the mixture is chilled and properly diluted.
Step 4.
- Empty the ice water from the chilled coupe glass and strain the cocktail mixture into the glass.
Step 5.
- Express the oils of a lemon twist over the drink and drop it in as garnish.

Ingredients

2 oz Whiskey
1 oz Amaro
0.5 oz Sweet Vermouth
1 Lemon twist — for garnish (garnish)

Quick Info

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Created: 2026-01-10 18:22:40
Updated: 2026-01-11 20:13:40

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