Beelzebub

Beelzebub is a devilishly complex, bittersweet riff on the classic whiskey sour that masterfully marries a rich bourbon foundation with a delicate, smoky whisper of mezcal. Shaken to a frosty chill with herbal Amaro Lucano, fresh lemon juice, and sweet, velvety almond orgeat syrup, this deeply layered drink is fine-strained into a Nick & Nora glass and elegantly finished with a dusting of freshly grated nutmeg.

Ingredients:

• 45 ml Bourbon whiskey

• 15 ml Del Maguey Vida Clásico Mezcal

• 15 ml Lucano amaro

• 15 ml Orgeat (almond) sugar syrup (2:1)

• 22.5 ml Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)

Instructions:

• Select and pre-chill a Nick & Nora glass.

• Prepare a garnish of grated nutmeg.

• Shake all ingredients with ice.

• Fine strain into a chilled glass.

• Dust with freshly grated nutmeg.

Attribution:
Recipe: Simon Difford
Origin: Difford’s Guide
Photo: Difford’s Guide