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1 rinse Islay Scotch, Laphroaig 10
1 1⁄2 oz Rye, Rittenhouse 100
1⁄2 oz Islay Scotch, Laphroaig 10
2 ds Absinthe, Vieux Pontarlier Verte
1 t Rich demerara syrup 2:1
2 ds Peychaud's Bitters
1 twst Lemon peel (as garnish)
Instructions

Rinse a rocks glass with Laphroaig and dump. Stir the remaining ingredients (except the lemon twist) with ice, then strain into a rocks glass. Squeeze the lemon twist over the drink and discard. No garnish.

Notes

Original recipe called for 1/2 oz Bruichladdich Port Charlotte 7-Year Scotch. I made it with the Laphroaig 10 (also rinsed with it, per the original recipe) and it was fantastic.

Cocktail summary
Created by
Thomas Waugh
Year
2011
Is an
altered recipe
Reference

Death and Co

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