Bad Apple

2 oz Apple brandy, Lairds Bonded
3⁄4 oz Averna
3⁄4 oz Sweet vermouth, Carpano Antica Formula
1 ds Hellfire Habanero Shrub, Bittermens
1 rinse Herbal liqueur, Yellow Chartreuse
Instructions

Shake, strain, up.

Cocktail summary
Created by
Sother Teague, Amor y Amargo, NYC.
Year
2012
Is an
authentic recipe
Reference

http://and1morefortheroad.blogspot.com/2012/04/amaro-april-bad-apple-an…

Curator
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Average
4 stars
(15 ratings)
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Comments

A bit "hot" proof-wise which combined with the habanero heat yielded a more bitter than inviting apple/amaro flavor. I am a big fan of Averna and Carpano Antica so I expected more. (Note that I did use my own home-grown habanero tincture which I have been quite pleased with in other cocktails, but perhaps I am missing a drop or two of vinegar in the flavor?) It might be worth trying with Applejack 86 to reduce the alcohol heat a little. It is better as it warms with more of the amaro and vermouth coming through.