Midnight Lapel

A polished, spirit-forward cocktail with Hennessy V.S at its center: dried-fruit depth from sherry, a restrained bittersweet edge, and a bright citrus aroma. Elegant enough for black tie, without being overly sweet. Ingredients 45 ml Hennessy V.S 20 ml amontillado sherry 10 ml dry curaçao 5 ml rich demerara syrup 2 dashes aromatic bitters 1 dash orange bitters Garnish: a thin, expressed orange peel Preparation Add all ingredients to a mixing glass filled with ice. Stir until well chilled, about 20–25 seconds. Strain into a chilled coupe. Express the orange peel over the drink and use it as garnish. Glass: Chilled coupe