Leaning to Tie
by Dave Shenaut
Ingredients
Preparation
In a mixing glass, combine the ingredients and stir with ice until chilled. Strain into a stemmed glass. Tie a strip of orange peel into a loose knot and place it in the glass.
Glass
Coupe Glass
Ice
None
This tropical-leaning cocktail balances the grassy funk of cachaça against rich almond sweetness, with absinthe adding an herbal backbone that keeps the drink from veering too sweet. Fresh orange juice brightens the mix while a bare touch of Campari introduces a whisper of bitterness on the finish. The result is complex but approachable, with anise and citrus notes playing off the spirit's earthy character.