The Improved Cocktail — Jerry Thomas-era classic template: spirit with maraschino, absinthe, and bitters

The Improved Cocktail

Jerry Thomas-era classic template: spirit with maraschino, absinthe, and bitters

Ingredients

  • 2 dashesAngostura Bitters
    Classic aromatic bitters
  • 1 tspMaraschino Liqueur
    Luxardo Maraschino
  • 1 tspAbsinthe
    Quality absinthe
  • 2 ozRye Whiskey
    Use quality rye whiskey

Instructions

  1. Add 2 oz rye whiskey, 1 tsp maraschino liqueur, and 1 tsp absinthe to mixing glass
  2. Add 2 dashes Angostura bitters
  3. Fill with ice and stir until well chilled
  4. Strain over fresh ice in old fashioned glass
  5. Express lemon peel oils over drink and garnish
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