Midnight Mirage

#### Description: Midnight Mirage is an enchanting cocktail that fuses the rich, aged essence of Christian Brothers VSOP brandy and the bold, spicy character of Kraken dark spiced rum. Enhanced with the herbal complexity of genepy and the unique bittersweet blend of banana hickory nut bitters, this drink offers a layered taste experience with notes of citrus, spice, and subtle sweetness. #### Ingredients: - 1 oz Christian Brothers VSOP brandy - 1 oz Kraken dark spiced rum - 0.5 oz Genepy - 3 dashes Banana hickory nut bitters - 2 dashes Orange bitters - 0.25 oz Green Chartreuse - 0.5 oz Cointreau - 0.5 oz Lemon juice - 1 bar spoon Simple syrup - Lemon twist (for garnish) #### Glassware: Serve in a coupe glass. #### Instructions: 1. Chill a coupe glass by filling it with ice water while you prepare the cocktail. 2. In a mixing glass, combine Christian Brothers VSOP brandy, Kraken dark spiced rum, genepy, green chartreuse, Cointreau, lemon juice, and simple syrup. 3. Add the orange bitters and banana hickory nut bitters. 4. Fill the mixing glass with ice and stir until well-chilled. 5. Discard the ice water from the coupe glass. 6. Strain the mixture into the chilled coupe glass. 7. Express the oils from a lemon twist over the drink and drop it in as garnish. Enjoy your Midnight Mirage, a cocktail as mysterious and complex as its name suggests!