Fourth Regiment

Three distinct bitters season equal measures of rye and sweet vermouth. The celery bitters supply a savory botanical accent, while orange bitters, Peychaud’s and lemon peel add separate aromatic layers without juice.

Active preparation: 3 minutes

Ingredients

• 30 ml Rye whiskey
• 30 ml Sweet red vermouth
• 1 dash Orange bitters
• 1 dash Peychaud’s bitters
• 1 dash The Bitter Truth celery bitters
• 1 piece Lemon peel, for garnish

Instructions

1. Pour rye whiskey, sweet vermouth, orange bitters, Peychaud’s bitters and The Bitter Truth celery 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.