Caribbean Elixir

A modern, complex, and innovative shaken cocktail that balances the tropical richness of Plantation 5 Year Rum, the spicy fruitiness of Laird's Bottled in Bond Apple Brandy, and the herbal bitterness of Cynar. **Ingredients:** - 1.5 oz Plantation 5 Year Rum - 0.5 oz Laird's Bottled in Bond Apple Brandy - 0.5 oz Cynar - 0.25 oz Velvet Falernum - 0.25 oz Tawny Port - 3 dashes Roasted Carrot Bitters - 2 dashes Habanero Lime Bitters **Glass:** Coupe Glass **Instructions:** 1. Fill a shaker with ice. 2. Add Plantation 5 Year Rum, Laird's Bottled in Bond Apple Brandy, Cynar, Velvet Falernum, Tawny Port, Roasted Carrot Bitters, and Habanero Lime Bitters to the shaker. 3. Shake vigorously until well-chilled. 4. Strain the mixture into a chilled coupe glass. 5. Garnish with a brandied cherry on a cocktail stick. ### Description: The Caribbean Elixir is an intriguing blend of tropical and herbal flavors. The Plantation 5 Year Rum provides a rich, molasses base, while the Laird's Bottled in Bond Apple Brandy adds a touch of spicy fruitiness. Cynar introduces an interesting bitter note, balanced by the sweetness of Velvet Falernum and Tawny Port. The Roasted Carrot Bitters add an earthy depth, while the Habanero Lime Bitters infuse a spicy kick, making this a truly unique and complex cocktail experience.