Iberian Twilight

**Description:** Iberian Twilight is a refined cocktail that takes you on a journey through the Iberian Peninsula, blending the rich, complex flavors of tawny port, ginjinha, and Licor 43 with a subtlety of botanicals and bitters. This drink merges the warmth of Portugal and Spain with a contemporary twist. Its layered complexity is designed to delight the palate with every sip, making it an exquisite choice for a distinguished evening. **Ingredients:** - 1 oz Tawny Port - 1 oz Ginjinha - 0.75 oz Licor 43 - 0.25 oz Cocchi Americano - 2 dashes Chocolate Bitters - 2 dashes Orange Bitters - 1 dash Angostura Bitters - 0.5 oz Sweetened Lime Juice - Garnish: Brandied Cherry, Sprinkle of Smoked Sea Salt **Glass:** Serve in a chilled Old-Fashioned glass. **Instructions:** 1. In a mixing glass, combine Tawny Port, Ginjinha, Licor 43, Cocchi Americano, Sweetened Lime Juice, Chocolate Bitters, Orange Bitters, and Angostura Bitters. 2. Fill the mixing glass with ice and stir well until the outside of the glass feels cold. 3. Strain the mixture into a chilled Old-Fashioned glass filled with a large ice cube. 4. Garnish with a brandied cherry and a delicate sprinkle of smoked sea salt over the top. 5. Serve immediately and enjoy the twilight of flavors. **Tasting Notes:** The Iberian Twilight is a cocktail that tells a story of heritage and innovation. The initial sweetness of the Tawny Port and Ginjinha is perfectly balanced by the botanicals of Licor 43 and the bitterness from the bitters. Cocchi Americano adds a layer of complexity with its herbal notes, while the smoked sea salt enhances the drink's depth, giving it a lingering finish that entices another sip.