Never Say Cry
The temperatures are finally cooling a little bit (at least at nighttime…) so I tend to reach more for the stirred, boozy numbers. This one looks straightforward, but I was really happy with how it turned out. I often pick up on some stone fruit notes in Irish whisky, and this delicious option kindly sent by @writerstearswhiskey is no exception. As a result, it pairs beautifully with apricot.
The build is in the vein of a Black Manhattan, using Gran Classico (also kindly gifted) as the amaro. It’s a wonderful aperitif, and since it packs a lovely bittersweet punch, it allows room for a liqueur. The flavor combination is amazing— I will definitely be making this one again. Oh, and the name is a play on one of the whiskey’s mottos (“Never say die”).
Recipe
1.75oz Irish whiskey (@writerstearswhiskey Single Pot Still, gifted)
0.5oz Gran Classico Bitter (@tempus_fugit_spirits, gifted)
0.5oz Apricot liqueur (@giffardusa)
2 dashes Angostura bitters (@angosturahouse)
Stir, strain into Nick & Nora. Garnish with an orange twist and serve with chocolate hazelnut candy (@ferrerorocherusa). Cheers!!
