Ingredients
1 1/2 ozBrandy
1/4 ozFino sherry
1/2 ozBénédictine
1/2 ozCoffee liqueur
1 barspoonAbsinthe
1 pieceStar anise
Instructions
- Chill a coupe glass and rinse with absinthe, discarding any excess.
- Add all remaining ingredients to a mixing glass.
- Add ice and stir until well chilled (15–30 seconds).
- Strain into the prepared glass.
- Garnish with an orange peel twist and a star anise.
Garnish
- Orange peel twist
- Star anise
Flavor profile
FruitySpiritForwardSweetCitrusCoffeeChocolateHerbalSpicyElegantSophisticated
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