Ingredients
• 2 oz rye whiskey
• 0.5 oz apricot liqueur
• 0.25 oz LAVA Spiced Demerara Syrup
• 2 dashes aromatic bitters
• Garnish: dried apricot or expressed orange peel
• Ice: large cube
Instructions
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Add rye whiskey, apricot liqueur, LAVA Spiced Demerara Syrup, and bitters to a mixing glass.
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Add ice and stir until well chilled and properly diluted.
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Strain over a large cube in a rocks glass.
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Garnish with a dried apricot or an expressed orange peel.
Notes
• Rye whiskey keeps the cocktail dry and structured; bourbon will make it softer and slightly sweeter.
• Keep the apricot liqueur restrained to maintain balance.
• Expressing an orange peel adds brightness without shifting the flavor profile.
• Approx 170–200 calories depending whiskey and liqueur used.
- Prep Time: 3
- Method: Stir and strain