

Ingredients
1 ozBrandy
1 ozMezcal
1 ozAmaro Lucano
1/4 ozBénédictine
2 dropSaline solution 4:1
1 dashAngostura bitters
Instructions
- Chill an old-fashioned glass.
- Add all ingredients to a mixing glass.
- Add ice and stir until well chilled (15–30 seconds).
- Strain over fresh ice into the chilled glass.
- Garnish with a star anise.
Garnish
- Star anise
Flavor profile
BitterSpiritForwardHerbalSmokySpicySophisticated
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