Ghost of the Pine

3⁄4 oz Rye, Rittenhouse 100 (or other 100/101 proof rye)
3⁄4 oz Zirbenz Stone Pine Liqueur
1 oz Walnut Liqueur, Nux Alpina
1 ds Orange bitters
1 rinse Mezcal, Del Maguey Vida (Lapsang Souchong-infused)
Instructions

Stir, strain over rock that's been sprayed with about four mists of the Mezcal. Garnish with a couple of more sprays over the drink.

Cocktail summary
Created by
Josh Loving, Fino Restaurant, Austin, TX.
Year
2012
Is an
authentic recipe
Reference

http://forums.egullet.org/topic/137753-what-did-you-buy-at-the-liquor-s…

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  • More subtle than I expected, escpecially the "smoky nose". I have to admit I didn't bother infusing the mezcal just for a rinse...
  • Great marriage of flavors - I only did a glass wash of Mezcal, as the instructions were too labor intensive for me, and it was still excellent.
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