
The cherry garnish complements the tannic note of this original cocktail by Matthew Benevoli.
Ingredients:
1.5 oz bourbon (such as Basil Hayden)
1 oz Japanese plum liqueur
0.5 oz cherry liqueur (from canning)
2 oz steeped and chilled Earl Grey tea
Optional: a dash of lemon juice
Garnish: Boozy Cocktail Cherries
Method:
In a short glass, build all ingredients (expect garnish) over ice, then stir to combine. Garnish with three cherries on a cocktail pick/skewer. Serves 1.
—Recipe and photo by Matthew Benevoli