Black Feather

Brandy leads a clear combination of dry vermouth and orange liqueur, with aromatic bitters supplying a small seasoning measure. There is no citrus juice; the lemon peel provides aroma above the stirred liquid.

clear pale amber Black Feather in a coupe with lemon twist, no ice.

Active preparation: 3 minutes

Ingredients

  • 60 ml Brandy
  • 30 ml Dry vermouth
  • 15 ml Cointreau
  • 1 dash Angostura aromatic bitters
  • 1 piece Lemon peel, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Pour brandy, dry vermouth, Cointreau and aromatic bitters into a mixing glass filled with ice.
  2. Stir smoothly until cold, about 20–30 seconds.
  3. Strain into a chilled coupe without ice.
  4. Express the lemon peel over the surface and add it.