The Smartest Man Alive

3⁄4 oz Rye
3⁄4 oz Suze
3⁄4 oz Lemon juice
1⁄2 oz Honey syrup (2:1)
Instructions

Shake, strain, coupe.

Notes

Elford notes this may also be served hot with black tea.

History

Possibly served at Elford's No Anchor?

Cocktail summary
Created by
Chris Elford, Seattle, WA
Year
2015
Is an
authentic recipe
Reference

https://cocktailvirgin.blogspot.com/2015/10/the-smartest-man-alive.html

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  • Improved balance for me by increasing rye to 1.25 oz and honey syrup to 0.75 oz
  • This is a keeper. i used cilantro simple syrup, but will try try the honey syrup — ★★★★★
  • Suze is just so so hard.
  • Used vanilla bean honey syrup.
  • Made with Ritt and Bittermens. Super earthy bitter finish.
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