Midnight Reaper

Description: The Midnight Reaper is a hauntingly delicious whiskey cocktail, perfect for those who enjoy a touch of bitterness and the mysterious allure of its dark hue. The activated charcoal gives the drink its signature black color while a blend of bitters and a hint of citrus add a complex profile that teases the palate with both a slight bitterness and an inviting freshness. Served in a skull-decorated low glass, this cocktail is not only a treat for the taste buds but also a feast for the eyes, perfect for themed parties or a bold nightcap. Ingredients: - 2 oz rye whiskey - 1/2 oz Amaro (Italian herbal liqueur, such as Averna) - 1/4 oz fresh lemon juice - 1/2 oz simple syrup - 2 dashes aromatic bitters - 2 dashes orange bitters - 1/4 tsp activated charcoal powder (ensure it is food grade) - Orange peel, for garnish - Ice cubes Glass: - Low, old fashioned glass with skull decoration Instructions: 1. In a mixing glass, combine the rye whiskey, Amaro, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup, aromatic bitters, orange bitters, and activated charcoal powder. 2. Fill the mixing glass with ice cubes and stir the cocktail mixture until well chilled. 3. Strain the mixture into the chilled, skull-decorated low glass filled with large ice cubes to keep the drink cold without diluting it quickly. 4. Express the oil of an orange peel over the drink by twisting it over the surface to release the aromas; then, drop the peel into the cocktail for garnish. 5. Serve immediately, allowing your guests to marvel at the dark and mysterious appearance before enjoying the bitter, citrusy notes of the Midnight Reaper.