4.5/5, much better than anticipated. I have been unsure what to do with the Old Monk Rum I picked up, and Becherovka can be tricky as a somewhat single-note (cinnamon heat) mixer. But the combination with Cherry Heering and Punt e Mes with an orange twist created an intriguing flavor balance. Sweet/rich overall, the slightly cinnamon rum hogo and moderate dark cherry captivated my taste buds from the sip, despite how rich it is (but not cloying.) It isn't balanced much by bitter, but there is a dark, burnt sugar essence with the orange peel (dropped into the drink) that makes the finish work.

This is a nice drink, and it deserves a nicer name!

A surprisingly easy-to-drink drink. You'd expect something different because of the Campari and lemon juice, but everything blends well. There is a bitterness reminiscent of a Negroni, but the Bonal and lemon juice turn the Negroni bitterness into something a little more pleasant, thanks to the rye also (I used Rittenhouse 100). Although I rated the drink at 3.5, I was tempted to rate it at 4.0. Try this one; it just be your cup of tea!

I love the name! Rock on! \m/ \m/

I don't understand the note, that it works with "dry vermouth in place of the Cocchi," since Cocchi is not a listed ingredient.  Do you mean substituting the Cocchi for Campari, and then substituting dry vermouth for it?

The note referred to a previous version of the drink; I've deleted it now, thanks.

Thank you for the clarification.  I enjoyed one of these last night.  Looking for something to do with a bottle of Bonal.  But the Campari and Cassis seem to dominate. 

Not sure the absinthe adds a complementary flavor. I would try omitting it next time.

The complexity of the flavours only come out with the absinthe so I wouldn't omit it but I would go light on the rinse or use something a little rounder in taste like absinthe rouge.

I found it too sweet with you 1/4 oz lemon juice, so I bumped it to 1/2 oz and added two dashes lemon bitters. I also made it with a mild single malt. A pleasant cocktail.

Lemon bitters sounds like a good call. I was thinking a little bitterness would enhance the Drambuie-heavy finish, but the best option on my shelf was Fee's orange which I thought would alter the flavor too much.

Curated this slightly - clarified instructions.

Thanks,

Zachary

Made with half an ounce of brown sugar ginger syrup I had around. Delicious!