Murciélago

1 1⁄2 oz Pineapple rum, Plantation Stiggins' Fancy
3⁄4 oz Bianco Vermouth
1 t Maraschino Liqueur
1 t Lime juice
2 ds Bitters
Instructions

Shake, strain, rock.

History

There are several drinks going by "Bacardí Cocktail" attested to in old books; the most famous is a Daiquirí reddened by grenadine, and the oldest I know of is a stirred drink of Bacardí, sweet vermouth, and pineapple syrup. Here's a mashup.

Cocktail summary
Created by
Rafa García Febles, NYC.
Year
2014
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  • 4.5 if I could. Agree with easy on the bitters
  • Not too heavy on the bitters.
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Comments

Made with previous suggestion (light on the bitters = 1 dash… still overpowers the delicate nature of the Stiggins’ Fancy. Next time I make this I’ll use a dropper.) Overall I was expecting this to be sweeter but the small amount of lime really sharpens the drink up - quite dry. I’m not one to alter an old recipe but, personally, I’d kick the Maraschino up 50% and (don’t hate!) swap the Biano Vermouth with one of my favorites: Cocchi Storico di Torino. I actually like the dry aspect but it’s an odd flavor profile when expecting a bit more sweetness. And that wonderful pineapple rum (I do not normally enjoy rum but I can’t not have Stiggins’ stocked to sip on here and there. It’s a fantastic expression!)