Charred Cedarisque Boulevardier

Description: This complex and innovative riff on the classic Boulevardier melds together charismatic bitter notes with a smoky undertone, brightened with a subtle touch of citrus and herbal sweetness. The use of Suze and charred cedar add a refined earthiness while the currant bitters impart a fruity complexity. This sophisticated cocktail is served in a rocks glass, making it ideal for slow sipping and savoring. Ingredients: - 1 oz High Rye Bourbon - 1 oz Suze Liqueur - 1 oz Campari - 0.25 oz Luxardo Maraschino Liqueur - 2 dashes Charred Cedar and Currant Bitters - 1 dash Persimmon Ginger Bitters Instructions: 1. Smoke a piece of cedar wood until it's partially charred. Invert a rocks glass over the smoking cedar to capture the essence. 2. In a mixing glass, combine high rye bourbon, Suze liqueur, Campari, and Luxardo Maraschino liqueur. 3. Add ice and stir until well-chilled. 4. Strain the mixture into the smoke-infused rocks glass filled with a large ice cube. 5. Add two dashes of charred cedar and currant bitters and one dash of persimmon ginger bitters. 6. Stir gently to combine. 7. Express the oils of an orange twist over the drink, then discard the twist. 8. Garnish with a brandied cherry on a cocktail pick. Serve in: Rocks Glass