Black Powder

Black Powder is a rich, aromatic cocktail that marries the smoky earthiness of Madre Mezcal with the crisp orchard notes of apple brandy. It is crafted by perfectly stirring equal 1 oz parts of mezcal and apple brandy with 1 teaspoon of Grade-A maple syrup and a half-teaspoon of warm, spiced allspice dram. A single dash each of orange bitters and Angostura bitters is added to bring complexity and balance to the rich sweetness. Stirred over ice until completely chilled, this autumnal, spirit-forward drink is elegantly strained over a large ice cube in a double old-fashioned glass.

Ingredients:

  • 1 oz Madre Mezcal

  • 1 oz Apple Brandy

  • 1 tsp Grade-A Maple Syrup

  • 0.5 tsp Allspice Dram

  • 1 dash Orange Bitters

  • 1 dash Angostura bitters

Instructions:

  • Stir & chill with ice.

  • Strain over large-format ice in a Double Old Fashioned (DOF) glass.

Attribution:
Recipe: Anu Shukla
Photo & Origin: Madre Mezcal

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