Creamy Spudtini

Description: Inspired by comfort food, this creamy cocktail combines the earthy essence of mashed potatoes with the boldness of fat-washed poitín, creating a one-of-a-kind drink experience. The salted rim adds a savory finish reminiscent of classic mashed potato toppings. Ingredients: - 2 oz butter fat-washed poitín - 1 oz potato-infused cream - 0.5 oz chive simple syrup - 0.5 oz lemon juice - Pinch of freshly ground black pepper - Salt for the rim (a blend of sea salt and finely ground garlic salt) Preparation: 1. Prepare the butter fat-washed poitín by melting 2 tbsp of unsalted butter and mixing it with 1 cup of poitín. Freeze until the butter solidifies, then strain out the solids. 2. For the potato-infused cream, steep peeled and boiled potato pieces in heavy cream for an hour, then strain. 3. Create the chive simple syrup by dissolving equal parts sugar and water, adding a handful of fresh chives, and simmering until the syrup reduces slightly. Strain out the chives. 4. Salt the rim of a chilled coupe glass with the sea salt and garlic salt blend. 5. In a shaker filled with ice, combine the butter fat-washed poitín, potato-infused cream, chive simple syrup, lemon juice, and a pinch of black pepper. 6. Shake vigorously until well-chilled and frothy. 7. Strain into the prepared coupe glass. Serve in: Chilled coupe glass This distinctive cocktail is a savory adventure that honors the humble mashed potato in a sophisticated and spirited form.