If you’re in the market for a new favorite cocktail to sip fireside this season, look no further than the Southpaw, developed by Sami Katrib of Mercy Me at Yours Truly in Washington, D.C. A smoky delight, the Southpaw features a mezcal reposado base and two types of sherry, which provide a unique blend of dried fruit notes to complement the spirit’s classic profile. The cocktail is rounded out with the addition of Cherry Heering, allspice dram, and just a spoonful of Cynar.
Ingredients
2 ounces Ilegal Mezcal Reposado
¼ ounce Alvear Fino Sherry
¼ ounce Alvear Px Sherry 1927
¼ ounce Cherry Heering
¼ ounce allspice dram
Bar spoon Cynar
Orange peel
Garnish: Brandied cherry and Brigadeiro truffle on a bay leaf
Directions
Add all ingredients to a mixing glass with ice and stir until chilled.
Strain into a chilled coupe glass.
Express with orange oil, rub the rim, and discard.
Serve with brandied cherry and Brigadeiro truffle on bay leaf.
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