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Eeyore's Requiem

Posted by Dan. Created by Toby Maloney, The Violet Hour, Chicago, IL.
1 1⁄2 oz Campari
1⁄2 oz Gin, Tanqueray (or use more Campari)
1 oz Bianco Vermouth, Dolin
1⁄2 oz Cynar
1⁄4 oz Fernet Branca (scant)
1 ds Orange bitters (50% Fee / 50% Regans')
3 twst Orange peel (expressed, one as garnish)
Instructions

Stirred, garnished with heavy orange oil and a pigtail twist.

History

Originally with 2oz Campari and no gin. Revised in the second edition of Beta Cocktails.

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5 stars
Average rating
4.5 stars
(75 ratings)

From the Knowledge Vault

The PDT Cocktail Book by Jim Meehan

The Complete Bartender's Guide from the Celebrated

As cocktail historian David Wondrich alludes to in his introduction to the book, Jim Meehan's The PDT Cocktail Book is aiming to be the Savoy Cocktail Book of today. This is no small task: The Savoy Cocktail Book, written by exiled American Harry Craddock while tending bar in London during Prohibition, is a unique look at the state of the cocktail circa 1930 and arguably the most famous cocktail book in history. Apart from mimicking the title, Meehan similarly includes vibrant illustrations* and devotes the bulk of the book to a massive list of recipes. What's really amazing about this ambitious goal is that he largely succeeds: The PDT Cocktail Book is the definitive guide to the modern cocktail revival, and an essential addition to every home bartender's collection.

Recent Additions

  • Desolation — Herbal liqueur, Averna, Ancho Reyes chile liqueur, Peach bitters, Lime juice
  • Vecchio Tommaso — Amaro, Old Tom Gin, Bianco Vermouth
  • Hot Summer Day — Cognac, Framboise, Chinato, Aztec Chocolate bitters, Lavender syrup, Balsamic Vinegar
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Recent Discussion

  • Re Casino Green, 3 hours 59 minutes ago HallA commented:

    I think needs some less chartreuse but interesting combo.

  • Re Bark & Bite, 1 day ago Mixin In Ansley commented:

    Needs some dilution and time to open up.

  • Re Double Smoked Negroni, 3 days ago randallr commented:

    Mmmmm… delicious! I subbed Cocchi di Torino for the Punt e Mes, which gave a bit of complexity, and added 1/4oz Ancho Reyes. The result felt like pleasing pipe smoke. This may be my new favorite rainy day drink.

  • Re Cravan, 1 week ago lesliec commented:

    Arthur sounds an interesting chap, and since we (almost) share a last name I had to try this.
    Lacking grapefruit, I used some orange/mango juice in an apple base (inherited from a deceased friend - don't imagine I bought the stuff), which I feel is sufficiently dada to go with the rest. But we liked the result!

  • Re The Modern Cocktail, 1 week ago Craig E commented:

    Good point!