The Safe Word

1 1⁄2 oz Reposado Tequila
3⁄4 oz Aperol
3⁄4 oz Aromatized wine, Cocchi Americano
3⁄4 oz Sorel liqueur
2 dr Peychaud's Bitters
1 twst Grapefruit peel (as garnish)
Instructions

Stir, strain, rocks, twist.

Cocktail summary
Created by
Sother Teague, Amor y Amargo, NYC.
Is an
authentic recipe
Reference

http://jackfrombrooklyn.com/recipe/the-safe-word/

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Comments

Very nice. Warmth and spice from the Sorel complements the smoke and fruit from the tequila, with the other liqueurs adding orange and wine notes. The balance isn't as sweet as it looks on paper. I would cut back on the tequila a bit as it can dominate.