Verdant Equinox

Description: The Verdant Equinox is a modern and sophisticated libation that balances the earthy and spicy notes of straight rye whiskey and white rhum Agricole, rounded out with the herbaceous complexity of Ancho Reyes Verde, Benedictine DOM, and Suze. Complemented by subtle hints of spice and citrus, this cocktail promises a unique and elevated experience that unfolds with every sip. Ingredients: - 1 oz straight rye whiskey - 1 oz white rhum Agricole - 0.5 oz Ancho Reyes Verde - 0.5 oz Benedictine DOM - 0.25 oz Suze - 2 dashes orange bitters - 0.25 oz demerara syrup - 1 dash smoked sea salt bitters - Garnish: candied orange wheel or twist Glass: Coupe Glass Instructions: 1. Chill a coupe glass by filling it with ice water and set aside. 2. In a mixing glass, combine the rye whiskey, white rhum Agricole, Ancho Reyes Verde, Benedictine DOM, Suze, orange bitters, demerara syrup, and smoked sea salt bitters. 3. Add ice to the mixing glass and stir for about 30 seconds until well-chilled. 4. Discard the ice water from the coupe glass and strain the cocktail into the chilled glass. 5. Garnish with a candied orange wheel or twist for an aromatic finish. 6. Serve immediately and savor the complexity of flavors.