Midnight Sonata

The Midnight Sonata is a decadent, sweet, and complex cocktail that beautifully marries the richness of black tea and cacao with the deep, smoky undertones of Scotch whisky, complemented by the luxurious textures of caramel and the intriguing bittersweet finish thanks to the selection of bitters and amaro. This cocktail is an exploration of elegance and complexity, perfect for sipping on a quiet, introspective evening. **Ingredients**: - 2 oz Glenlivet Single Malt Scotch Whisky - 1/2 oz Caramel Liqueur - 1/2 oz Cynar Amaro - 1/4 oz Luxardo Maraschino Liqueur - 1/2 oz Cacao Nib-infused Black Tea (cold brew concentrate) - 1/4 oz Simple Syrup (to adjust sweetness if needed) - 2 dashes Mole Bitters - 1 dash Black Walnut Bitters - 1 dash Angostura Bitters **Method**: 1. Begin by infusing your black tea with cacao nibs. Use a ratio of 1 teaspoon of cacao nibs per 1 cup of water and let it cold brew in the refrigerator for 4-6 hours. Strain to remove the nibs. 2. In a mixing glass, combine the Scotch, caramel liqueur, Cynar, Luxardo Maraschino Liqueur, and the cacao nib-infused black tea. 3. Add the simple syrup to taste, then include your mole, black walnut, and Angostura bitters. 4. Stir with ice until well-chilled. 5. Strain into a chilled coupe glass. **Garnish**: - Express an orange peel over the drink for a bright citrus aroma and rub it around the rim of the glass before placing it as the garnish. - Optionally, a single cacao nib can be floated on top as a nod to the infusion's origin. **Glass**: - Coupe The Midnight Sonata is a tapestry of flavors designed to please the palate with its layers of sweetness, bitterness, and the smoky, profound base of Scotch. Each sip reveals a new note, making it a drink to be savored slowly.