Dark Side of the Cool

White vermouth and dry apricot eau-de-vie share equal measures in this clear fruit-and-wine cocktail. Aromatic bitters provide a small seasoning addition, with fresh lemon peel supplying the only citrus component.

clear pale golden Dark Side of the Cool in a coupe with lemon twist, no ice.

Active preparation: 3 minutes

Ingredients

  • 45 ml Comoz Blanc vermouth
  • 45 ml Blume Marillen dry apricot eau-de-vie
  • 2 dash Angostura aromatic bitters
  • 1 piece Lemon peel, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Pour Comoz Blanc vermouth, Blume Marillen dry apricot eau-de-vie 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.