Cherry Citrus Smoke

This sophisticated cocktail combines the intriguing aromas of smoke with bright citrus oils and a hint of cherry sweetness. It offers a sensory journey that unfolds with each sip, perfect for an evening of refined relaxation. Ingredients: - 1.5 oz smoky single malt Scotch whisky - 0.5 oz cherry liqueur - 0.75 oz fresh grapefruit juice - 0.25 oz fresh lemon juice - 0.5 oz simple syrup - 3 dashes of orange bitters - Citrus peel for expressing oils - Cherry wood chips for smoking Instructions: 1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice and add the single malt Scotch, cherry liqueur, grapefruit juice, lemon juice, simple syrup, and orange bitters. 2. Shake well until chilled. 3. Strain the mixture into a smoke-infused rock glass. To smoke the glass, place cherry wood chips on a heat-resistant surface and light them with a torch. Capture the smoke in the glass by using a cover to trap it for a few seconds before pouring the drink. 4. Express the citrus oils over the drink by twisting the citrus peel, releasing the fragrant oils onto the surface. 5. Garnish with a sliver of citrus peel and a smoked cherry, if desired. Serve the Cherry Citrus Smoke in a rock glass, allowing the layered aroma and flavor complexities to captivate and delight your senses.