Alcatraz

An incredibly dry, earthy, and lightly bitter sipper that makes for a phenomenal apéritif. It uses a base of rich Añejo tequila, backed by a subtle splash of smoky mezcal. The agave notes are beautifully complicated by the nutty, oxidized depth of Oloroso sherry and the intense, root-forward bitterness of Suze (gentian liqueur).

Ingredients:

• 45 ml Patrón Añejo tequila

• 22.5 ml Lustau Oloroso Don Nuño Sherry

• 15 ml Gentian liqueur (e.g. Suze, Salers etc)

• 7.5 ml Del Maguey Vida Clásico Mezcal

• 5 ml Agave syrup (agave nectar)

• 8 dropBob's Chocolate bitters

Instructions:

• Select and pre-chill an old-fashioned glass

• Prepare a garnish of orange zest twist.

• Stir all ingredients with ice.

• Strain into an ice-filled glass.

• Express orange zest twist over the cocktail and use as garnish.

Attribution:
Recipe: Christin Wagner at La Petite Grocery, New Orleans, USA
Photo: Difford’s Guide
Origin: Difford’s Guide