Whispering Monks

Description: Awaken your senses with the Whispering Monks, a cocktail where the herbaceous charm of Amaro Montenegro meets the sultry allure of aged rum. Complemented by a touch of honeyed sweetness and a whisper of citrus, it's a libation that speaks to the soulful contemplation of a quiet monastery. Ingredients: - 1.5 oz Amaro Montenegro - 1 oz Aged Rum - 0.5 oz Fresh Lemon Juice - 0.25 oz Honey Syrup (equal parts honey and warm water) - 1 dash Orange Bitters - Sparkling Water - Orange Twist, for garnish - Fresh Sprig of Thyme, for garnish Glass: Serve in a chilled coupe glass. Instructions: 1. In a cocktail shaker, combine Amaro Montenegro, aged rum, fresh lemon juice, and honey syrup. 2. Add a dash of orange bitters to the mixture. 3. Fill the shaker with ice, seal it, and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds, or until well chilled. 4. Strain the mixture into the chilled coupe glass. 5. Top off the cocktail with a splash of sparkling water to add a light effervescence. 6. Express the oils of an orange twist over the drink and drop it in as garnish. 7. Gently clap the sprig of thyme between your hands to release its aromatic oils before placing it atop the drink as the final garnish. The Whispering Monks cocktail is an ode to contemplation and complexity, perfect for those who appreciate the deep, multifaceted flavors that both Amaro Montenegro and aged rum bring to the table.