Whiskey Ember

The Whiskey Ember captures the essence of a cozy autumn evening, with a smoky undertone complemented by a touch of sweetness and a whisper of bitterness. This sophisticated cocktail is perfect for sipping by the fireplace or sharing with friends at a gathering. Ingredients: - 2 oz Smoky whiskey (like a peaty Scotch or a smoky Bourbon) - 0.5 oz Amaro (for a bitter edge) - 0.5 oz Maple syrup (for sweetness) - 0.25 oz Fresh lemon juice - 2 dashes of Angostura bitters - 1 small smoked cinnamon stick (for garnish) - Orange peel twist (for garnish) Instructions: 1. Add the smoky whiskey, Amaro, maple syrup, fresh lemon juice, and Angostura bitters into a mixing glass with ice. 2. Stir gently until well chilled. 3. Strain into a chilled old-fashioned glass over a large ice cube. 4. Garnish with a smoked cinnamon stick and an expressed orange peel twist. 5. To smoke the cinnamon stick, quickly light one end of the stick and let it extinguish, then rest on the rim or inside the glass for a moment to release its aroma. Serve in an Old-Fashioned glass.