Beth’s Going to Town
1 oz
Scotch, is malt whisky or grain whisky made in Scotland. Originally made from malted barley, with the addition of wheat and rye. It must be aged for at least 3 years in oak barrels.
1 oz
A gin that contains no sweetening agents; usually around 40% ABV. Try Monkey 47.
0.5 oz
A fruity, rich and sweet vermouth that dates back to 1786. Thought of as a sweet vermouth with added vanilla; great with whiskey. We treat this like sweet vermouth.
0.25 oz
A French apricot liqueur, not to be confused with Crème de Noyaux which is made with apricot kernels.
0.25 oz
One of the oldest amari available, this Italian drink is made with 33 different fruits, herbs and botanicals: 30% ABV.
1 leaf
Aromatic plants used in cocktails as a garnish or muddled into the liquor to add a light fresh taste. Common in the Mint Julep.
Stir all the ingredients over ice, then strain into a chilled old-fashioned glass. Garnish with a mint leaf. #stir #straight
It was noted in the book that substituting their listed ingredients would yield a markedly different result, I say try it, or go out and buy each ingredient to recreate the original..
Bitter
Herbal