Black Pearl (Niku Version)

2 oz Rye, High West Double Rye
1 oz Virgin Islands Rum, Cruzan Blackstrap
1 oz Pedro Ximénez Sherry
2 ds Blackstrap Bitters
2 bsp Simple syrup (Okinawan Sugar is preferred, demarara or brown sugar simple syrup is fine.)
1 twst Lime peel (as garnish)
Instructions

Mix contents in glass with ice, stir, pour over single rock cube garnish with a twist of lime peel.

Notes

Sophisticated rum & coke flavors with a nod towards Dr. Pepper.

History

Created by former head bartender at Lani Kai. His name is Joseph Swifka. Refined version here - House drink at Niku Steakhouse in San Francisco.

Cocktail summary
Created by
Former head bartender at Lani Kai. His name is Joseph Swifka. Refined @ Niku Steakhouse
Year
2023
Is an
altered recipe
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