Capri Sour

Are You Man-hattan Enough? is a bold, fiery twist on the classic Manhattan that pairs equal parts rich añejo tequila and smoky artisanal mezcal with the sweet, botanical depth of rosso vermouth. Stirred to a perfect chill with a punchy splash of chili liqueur, this boozy, spirit-forward nightcap is strained into a pre-chilled coupe and finished with a fragrant, expressed orange zest twist.

Ingredients:

• 37.5 ml Amaro (e.g., Meletti)

• 30 ml Del Maguey Vida Clásico Mezcal

• 30 ml Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)

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

• 7.5 ml Strucchi Red Bitter (Campari-style liqueur)

• 2 drops of saline solution (20g sea salt to 80g water) or a mere pinch of salt

Instructions:

• Select and pre-chill an old-fashioned glass.

• Prepare a garnish of skewered orange slice wheel and Luxardo Maraschino Cherry (sail).

• Shake all ingredients with ice.

• Strain into an ice-filled glass.

• Garnish with an orange slice and maraschino cherry sail.

Attribution:
Recipe: Patricia St. Peter, beverage director at Capri Club in Los Angeles, California.
Origin: Difford’s Guide
Photo: Difford’s Guide