Autumn Orchard Elixir

Description: The Autumn Orchard Elixir is a sophisticated and autumnal cocktail that harmoniously blends the rich and complex flavors of Christian Brothers VSOP brandy and Laird's Bottled in Bond Apple Brandy. This cocktail combines hints of spices, coffee, and fruit to create a balanced and innovative sip. Served in a coupe glass, it is perfect for crisp evenings and cozy gatherings. Ingredients: - 1 oz Christian Brothers VSOP brandy - 1 oz Laird's Bottled in Bond Apple Brandy - 0.5 oz brown sugar simple syrup - 0.25 oz ginger liqueur - 0.25 oz cherry heering liqueur - 3 dashes cherry bitters - 2 dashes persimmon ginger bitters - 1 bar spoon coffee liqueur (Mr. Black or Kahlua) - 0.5 oz Cocchi Americano - 1 dash angostura bitters Garnish: - Brandy-soaked cherry - Thin slice of apple Glassware: - Coupe glass Instructions: 1. Chill a coupe glass. 2. In a mixing glass, combine the Christian Brothers VSOP brandy, Laird's Bottled in Bond Apple Brandy, brown sugar simple syrup, ginger liqueur, cherry heering liqueur, cherry bitters, persimmon ginger bitters, coffee liqueur, Cocchi Americano, and angostura bitters. 3. Fill the mixing glass with ice and stir well until the mixture is well-chilled and properly diluted, about 30-45 seconds. 4. Strain the mixture into the chilled coupe glass. 5. Garnish with a brandy-soaked cherry and a thin slice of apple on the rim. 6. Serve and enjoy the complex and layered flavors of the Autumn Orchard Elixir.