Nordic Ember

Description: The Nordic Ember is a bold, smoky take on the classic Sazerac, blending the caraway and dill notes of aquavit with the rich and smoky essence of mezcal. The addition of amaro sfumato adds a complex herbal and smoky depth, while a touch of simple syrup balances the flavors with a hint of sweetness. Chocolate bitters provide an unexpected, indulgent layer, rounding out this enigmatic concoction. Ingredients: - 1.5 oz Aquavit - 0.75 oz Mezcal - 0.5 oz Amaro Sfumato - 0.25 oz Brown Sugar Simple Syrup - 2 dashes Chocolate Bitters - Absinthe rinse - Lemon peel, for garnish Instructions: 1. Rinse a chilled old-fashioned glass with absinthe, then discard the excess. 2. In a mixing glass, combine the aquavit, mezcal, amaro sfumato, brown sugar simple syrup, and chocolate bitters. 3. Fill the mixing glass with ice and stir until well chilled. 4. Strain the mixture into the prepared old-fashioned glass. 5. Express the oils from a lemon peel over the drink and garnish with the peel. Glass: Old-Fashioned Glass