Ingredients
- 60 ml Rye whiskey e.g. Rittenhouse, Bulleit Rye, Old Overholt
- 5 ml Maraschino liqueur e.g. Luxardo
- 5 ml Sugar syrup
- 2 drop Absinthe
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
- Garnish Lemon peel
Preparation
- Stir all ingredients with ice.
- Strain into a rocks glass over a large ice cube. Don't know how? Pour the drink through a strainer (or the built-in strainer on your shaker) to catch the ice and any solids.
- Garnish with lemon peel. Use a peeler or knife to cut a wide strip, avoiding the white pith. Twist it over the drink to release the oils, then drop it in.
Origin Story
The Improved Whiskey Cocktail is a variation of the classic whiskey cocktail, with roots tracing back to the late 19th century. It reflects the trend of enhancing traditional recipes with unique ingredients like maraschino liqueur and absinthe.
