
Bad Romance
DIFFICULTY: Moderate
We were singing the praises of this cocktail even before Lady Gaga told us about her loss at love. The mash up of exciting flavors keeps us coming back for more: aquavit (anise), Big O (ginger and spice), dry vermouth (a little herbal funk), blanco tequila (vegetal heat), Peychaud’s (citrus), and absinthe (a little more herbaceous-ness). A complex but pleasing symphony of flavors sure to please the discerning palate winter or summer.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 oz aquavit
- ¾ oz Big O Ginger Liqueur
- ¾ oz dry vermouth
- ½ oz blanco tequila
- 3 dashes Peychaud’s Bitters
- 5 drops Absinthe
Instructions
- Stir all ingredients in a mixing glass with ice.
- Strain into a coupe and garnish with an orange twist