Minted Equinox

The Minted Equinox is a sophisticated, refreshing cocktail that balances the complexity of Christian Brothers VSOP brandy with the herbal notes of a dry rye gin. This cocktail is enriched with the robustness of strong black mint tea and finished with a tropical hint from pineapple amaro and a citrusy edge from blood orange syrup. Enjoy this vibrant creation in a chilled coupe glass. **Ingredients:** - 1 oz Christian Brothers VSOP Brandy - 1 oz Dry Rye Gin - 2 oz Strong Brewed Black Mint Tea (chilled) - 1/2 oz Pineapple Amaro - 1/4 oz Blood Orange Syrup - 2 dashes Pineapple Clove Bitters - 1/4 oz Benedictine DOM - 1/4 oz Cynar Amaro - 2 dashes Licor 43 **Instructions:** 1. Fill a mixing glass with ice, and add the brandy, rye gin, chilled black mint tea, pineapple amaro, blood orange syrup, Benedictine DOM, and Cynar amaro. 2. Stir well until the mixture is thoroughly chilled. 3. Strain into a chilled coupe glass. 4. Top with 2 dashes of pineapple clove bitters and Licor 43 for an aromatic finish. 5. Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint and a twist of blood orange peel. This innovative cocktail offers a balanced complexity with the right amount of botanical depth, sweetness, and a subtle minty freshness, making it perfect for a distinguished palate.