April in Paris (David Vaughn)

1 1⁄2 oz Vodka
3⁄4 oz Lime juice
1⁄2 oz Elderflower liqueur, St. Germain
1⁄2 oz Herbal liqueur, Yellow Chartreuse
1⁄2 oz Orgeat (homemade)
3 Strawberry (1 as garnish)
1 oz Seltzer water (to top off)
Instructions

Muddle 2-3 strawberries in shaker, Shake, strain, collins with ice, add seltzer on top with mint and 1 strawberry garnish.

Notes

There is one other cocktail with the same name on here and a few others on the internet which is not surprising given that the name is a common phrase, but this one has been a favorite among my circle of friends. I added an extra strawberry or two to muddle because I just think it kicks it up a notch. Also homemade orgeat is the best and I can't imagine using anything else, but do as you will.

Picture of April in Paris (David Vaughn)
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https://imbibemagazine.com/recipe/april-in-paris/

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Colely Negroni

2 oz Gin (1.5 oz works well)
1 oz Campari (Coffee bean-infused--see note)
1⁄4 oz Sweet vermouth, Cocchi Vermouth di Torino
1⁄4 oz Fernet Branca
1⁄4 oz Sherry, Lustau East India Solera (original calls for medium amoroso)
Instructions

Stir with ice, strain into coupe, orange twist (discarded)

Notes

A surprisingly sophisticated Negroni variant where all of the components blend seamlessly together, but in an unexpected way. Keep in mind that I am not a coffee lover, but I very much like the way the coffee infusion worked here.

The coffee bean-infused Campari is a ratio of ~1 part whole coffee beans to 16 parts Campari. (e.g. 1 tablespoon of beans in 8 ounces of Campari). Infuse for 3 hours, shaking/stirring periodically, then strain/filter.

Medium amoroso is a medium oloroso sherry and I have only identified a single extant bottling. Lustau East India Solera is a more widely available cream sherry with the same grape varietal composition and nearly the same proportions. It has been chosen as a substitute despite being somewhat sweeter.

History

This drink was published in 2016 under the name "Colely Negroni." However, in Dec. 2024 it was published to slightly different specs and different spelling as the "Coley Negroni" by the same bartender. I have no idea which is correct.

The genesis is unclear, but these likely are different iterations of the same cocktail. The 2016 version with Fernet/sherry/vermouth appears as almost an approximation of the later Averna/vermouth combo--although the volumes of the later variant are noticeably higher.

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Erik Eastman, The Rabbit Hole, Minneapolis, MN
Source reference

https://imbibemagazine.com/recipe/colely-negroni/

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Robbyfresh commented on 4/22/2025:

This sounds interesting. I need to mix up some coffee-Campari to check it out.

As to the name, my guess would be that “Colely” is a misprint. Surely with the Fernet this is named for Ada “Coley” Coleman, right? Also, as to the sherry: Maestro Sierra Amoroso is technically a medium oloroso, which means it is slightly less sweet than a cream sherry. Amoroso is apparently sweetened with 10% PX while the East India Solera is 20% (other creams can be even higher), so as pointed out by OP that substitution could affect the balance slightly if used in the same proportions

Shawn C commented on 4/23/2025:

I have suspected a misprint as well, but it has been nearly 9 years since publication without any correction. You are likely correct as to the name's reference to Ada Coleman (creator of the Hanky Panky), and it is unfortunate that the newer version "Coley Negroni" in Punch doesn't even include Fernet since that would have been the original inspiration. It does make an interesting study in how cocktails evolve over the years, even in the hands of the creator.

With respect to the Amoroso, I agree with you, but concluded the cream sherry was close enough since only 1/4 oz is used. My guess was/is that the Amoroso would be to the sweeter end of the very wide sugar spec for medium, which would put it close to Lustau East India. I did actually consider a 50:50 split of the cream sherry with an oloroso but the volume was so small that I skipped it.

Egads! I just realized that after looking at the other cocktail recipe multiple times I accidentally listed the gin as 1.5 oz rather than the 2 oz called for. Guess I need to fix that...but my notes say I made it with 1.5 oz too, and that is how I rated it. So I'll suggest 1.5.

Big Cut

1 1⁄2 oz Gin (Four Pillars Bloody Shiraz Gin)
1 oz Pamplemousse Rose, Giffard
3⁄4 oz Cynar 70
3⁄4 oz Lemon juice
2 ds Aztec Chocolate bitters
Instructions

Shake with ice and strain into a frozen coupe glass.

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depressionist

1 1⁄2 oz Bourbon
3⁄4 oz Lemon juice
3⁄4 oz Amargo-Vallet
3⁄4 oz Apricot liqueur, Rothman & Winter
Instructions

Stir with ice, decant to chilled glass

History

Made during a particularly low point of my life, where cocktails were the only creative thing I felt like making.

Life is better now, and the drink isn't bad either

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On the Reef

1 1⁄2 oz Gin
1⁄2 oz Rhum Agricole
3⁄4 oz Lime juice
3⁄4 oz Pineapple juice
3⁄4 oz Orange juice
3⁄4 oz Passion fruit syrup
1⁄2 oz Orgeat
1⁄4 oz Honey syrup
1⁄8 t Absinthe
1 twst Orange peel (as garnish)
1 Orchid (as garnish)
1 lf Pineapple (as garnish)
Instructions

Flash blend with 10 oz crushed ice, pour into tiki mug. Add ice as needed. Express orange peel and place on top, add pineapple frond and orchid.

History

This is the recipe that is included with the Petrified Puffer tiki mug from Tikiland Trading.

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Source reference

Tikiland Trading

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Fernet con Coca

1 2⁄3 oz Fernet Branca (50 ml, the most common pour)
4 oz Cola, Coca Cola (approximate to fill for the 30/70 serve)
Instructions

Build in highball, Collins, or double rocks glass. Add ice then Fernet, then Coke to fill (allowing for foam head.) The effervescence from the ice surface will provide the mixing.

Tip: Do not use a single large or long cube, as shown in some videos. A number of small/medium cubes provide more surface area for chilling the drink and more churn from bubbles.

Notes

This drink is known by several other names, including Fernet and Coke, Fernando, and Fernandito. The IBA recognizes it as the Fernandito with 50 ml (1 2/3 oz) of Fernet.

The 30/70 Fernet to Coke ratio is the most common according to multiple sources. Some people prefer more Fernet (e.g. 50/50) some even less. Some sources suggest a little lime juice or lime wheel garnish, but this doesn't seem to be the norm.

History

Fernet Branca has long been a popular beverage in Argentina and most of the world's Fernet Branca is consumed there. The origin date of the cocktail is unclear, but is generally attributed to Córdoba, Argentina. The drink became popular in the 1980's and has become the national cocktail of Argentina.

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Source reference

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6jrkvLnykXY
https://stevethebartender.com.au/fernet-con-coca/

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Overpowered by Funk

1 oz Jamaican rum (Smith & Cross or something else funky like Dr. Bird)
1 oz Cachaça
1⁄2 oz Cynar
1⁄2 oz Crème de Banane
2 ds Bitters, Angostura
Instructions

Stir with ice and strain into an old fashioned glass with a large ice cube.

History

When I put out a call for bartenders to submit drinks named after song titles or lyrics from The Clash for an article in Alcohol Professor, I was planning on using my Lost in the Supermarket for the article until another bartender called dibs on it. Therefore, I decided to craft another drink by looking for inspiration in the band's discography. From their 1982 album Combat Rock, I latched onto the Overpowered by Funk. My mind went to the cachaça and Jamaica rum duo from the Jah Rule two nights before, and I paired it with the funky amaro Cynar as well as crème de banane since it worked with with Cynar in the Banana Clipper.

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https://cocktailvirgin.blogspot.com/2025/04/overpowered-by-funk.html

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The Wounded Deer

1 1⁄2 oz Mezcal, Del Maguey Vida (Hibiscus infused, or top with hibiscus sparkling water)
1⁄3 oz Elderflower liqueur, St. Germain
1⁄3 oz Ramazzotti
1⁄2 oz Ruby Port
1⁄4 oz Agave syrup
1⁄4 oz Maple syrup
3⁄4 oz Lime juice
Instructions

Shake all ingredients with ice and strain into a chilled coupe. Top with hibiscus sparkling water.

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Babbling Hook

1 oz Mezcal, Ilegal Joven
1 oz Sherry, Lustau East India Solera
1 oz Amaro Montenegro
Instructions

Stir with ice and strain into a frozen coupe glass.

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Riders of the Pepper Sage

1 1⁄2 oz Rye, Bulleit
1 oz Mezcal
1⁄2 oz Apple Shrub (*red bell pepper shrub - see notes)
Instructions

Muddle/grind fresh red bell pepper, one thin slice of jalapeño and pinch of salt with the shrub in a shaker. Add rye and mezcal and gently muddle/press 5-6 fresh sage leaves in shaker. Shake vigorously for at least 20 seconds. Strain and pour straight up into small drinking glass (no ice). Slap one large sage leaf, rim the glass and discard. Garnish with red bell pepper slice with attached dried sage leaf over rim of glass and light one end. Carefully extinguish the flame and let it smoke while serving. Avoid getting ashes into the drink!

Notes

*Red bell pepper shrub recipe:

- 4 oz. agave syrup
- 4 oz. unfiltered apple cider vinegar
- 4 oz. diced fresh red bell pepper
- 1-2 slices of fresh jalapeño
- 5-10 fresh sage leaves

Simmer all ingredients except sage over low heat for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat, stir in sage leaves, cover and let cool. Refrigerate 24-48 hours. Strain into small jar and keep refrigerated.

History

This was a contest entry for Bulleit at Tipsý bar in Reykjavík, Iceland. The theme was "America". I based this concept on the old west, sage brush, rye, agave, smoking gun.... you get the picture. The name is a reference to a famous od west novel by Zane Grey - full story behind the drink at the link above. Anyway, I didn't win but this is one of my best concoctions. Very unique spicy/savory and the shrub and smoking sage really bring something to it.

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