Apple Pine Riff

Description: A refined and complex cocktail that marries the classic elements of an apple brandy with the distinct characteristics of rye gin, accented by tropical pineapple notes and layers of aromatic bitters. Perfect for those who appreciate ingenuity in their cocktails. Ingredients: - 1 oz Laird's Bottled in Bond Apple Brandy - 1 oz Reposado Rye Dry Gin - 0.5 oz Elderflower Liqueur - 0.5 oz Pineapple Amaro - 0.25 oz Simple Syrup - 2 dashes Pineapple Clove Bitters - 1 dash Persimmon Ginger Bitters - 1 dash Angostura Bitters - 0.5 oz Cocchi Americano - 0.5 oz Key Lime Juice Instructions: 1. In a mixing glass filled with ice, combine the apple brandy, rye gin, elderflower liqueur, pineapple amaro, simple syrup, and all the bitters. 2. Stir the mixture until well-chilled and properly diluted. 3. Strain into a chilled coupe glass. 4. Gently pour the Cocchi Americano over the back of a spoon to create a gentle float on top of the cocktail. 5. Garnish with a twist of lemon peel and a brandied cherry. Glass: Coupe Glass This cocktail provides a sophisticated dance of flavors, from the rich apple brandy and rye gin base to the floral and zesty notes from the elderflower liqueur and key lime juice, creating a truly unique drinking experience.