You'll need
- 2.5 oz. Whiskey
1 1/4 oz. 100 proof bourbon (don't short the proof, trust me)
1 1/4 oz. 100 proof rye
OR, if you can find it,
2.5 oz. Rare Breed Rye (Barrel Proof) <----- this makes the single best whiskey for this drink.
We have found that Rare Breed Rye (Barrel Strength) is simply unbeatable in this drink. If you can't find it or don't want to buy it, the next best we've found is Wild Turkey 101 bourbon and Wild Turkey 101 rye to be the perfect whiskies to mix for this cocktail. Of course, you could use any brand, and you could use all bourbon, or as stated all rye, and it will be fine. But, there is something special (and affordable) about using these two mixed for what it's worth. It is important to use 100 proof. Using an 80 or 90 proof will of course result in a much milder cocktail.
- 1/2 oz. (1 Tbsp) turbinado simple syrup (2:1 ratio)
- 3 or 4 dashes Orange Bitters
- 1 strip orange peel
Method
- Add single 2" ice ball or 2" ice cube to glass.
- Add 1 Luxardo maraschino cherry to glass.
- Add the whiskies, turbinado simple syrup, and bitters to shaker.
- Add ice, shake until cold (about 5-10 seconds).
- Strain into glass. Discard ice from shaker.
- Pinch orange peel, down its full length, over the glass to express the oils into the drink.
- Twist or coil orange peel around finger and place into glass submerged.
Enjoy!
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