Toronto

Fernet-Branca gives rye whiskey a pronounced herbal bitterness in this short stirred cocktail. A small measure of rich syrup rounds the formula, and orange peel adds aroma without introducing citrus juice.

Clear dark amber cocktail in a martini glass, no ice, twisted orange peel.

Active preparation: 4 minutes

Ingredients

  • 45 ml Bulleit rye whiskey
  • 7.5 ml Fernet-Branca
  • 7.5 ml Prepared sugar syrup, two parts sugar to one part water
  • 2 dash Angostura aromatic bitters
  • 1 piece Orange peel

Instructions

  1. Measure the rye, Fernet-Branca, syrup and bitters into a mixing glass and add ice.
  2. Stir until the mixture is thoroughly cold.
  3. Strain into a chilled martini glass without serving ice.
  4. Twist the optional orange peel over the surface and place it in the glass.