1 2⁄3 oz Gin, Tanqueray 10
1 2⁄3 oz Cynar
1 t Lychee liqueur, Soho
1 twst Grapefruit peel (as garnish)
Instructions

Stir, strain, up, coupe, garnish with grapefuit zest and a rose petal

Notes

Dashes of Fernet are from a re-used Angostura bottle, about 1 tsp total.

History

Qualified for the Finals of the 2012 Diageo Wolrd Class competition. Paulo "made it thinking about mother-in-laws and their sweet/bitter dualities. The lychee comes as subtle perfume, in the best possible way.'

Cocktail summary
Choke Me Softly, Paolo Freitaz
2012 Diageo Brands, 2012 Brazilian World Class competition
Posted by Dan on
Created by
Paulo Freitas, Brazil
Year
2012
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  • Good use of lychee - I had no idea what to expect but was surprised how much I liked this despite it's sweetness and use of Fernet which often overpowers. This is a winner!
  • Excellent. Just a hint of menthol from the Fernet. Used Beefeater and sub'd Thyme liqueur for Lychee. Try with St. Germain or Pear eau-de-vie — ★★★★
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