Highland Orchard

### Description: A sophisticated riff on the classic cocktail that marries the robust flavors of reposado tequila and Laird's Bottled in Bond Apple Brandy. The addition of Lagavulin scotch, Strega, and a medley of bitters infuses smoky, herbal, and layered apple notes, culminating in a drink that's both timeless and innovative. ### Ingredients: - 1 oz Reposado Tequila - 1 oz Laird's Bottled in Bond Apple Brandy - 0.25 oz Lagavulin Scotch - 0.25 oz Strega - 2 dashes Barrel Aged Apple Bitters - 2 dashes Maple Bitters - 0.25 oz Brown Sugar Simple Syrup - 1 dash Velvet Falernum - 1 dash Mole Bitters ### Garnish: - Candied Ginger - Thin apple slice (optional) ### Glass: - Old-Fashioned Glass ### Instructions: 1. In a mixing glass filled with ice, combine the reposado tequila, apple brandy, Lagavulin scotch, Strega, brown sugar simple syrup, barrel-aged apple bitters, maple bitters, velvet falernum, and mole bitters. 2. Stir well until properly chilled and diluted. 3. Strain the mixture into an Old-Fashioned glass over a large ice cube. 4. Garnish with a piece of candied ginger and a thin apple slice if desired. 5. Serve immediately and enjoy the complex, layered flavors of the Highland Orchard.