My husband Rich is a designer by day, and mixologist by night. We both enjoy the mad science of inventing new recipes. When we first met I had very little interest in Whiskey. However, in the recent several months I found myself more and more intrigued by old school cocktails with Whiskey. So, I challenged my husband with the request that he create a drink that is infused with chocolate, orange, and the all so decadent Luxardo Cherries. And yes, he delivered. This signature drink from Rich is immensely satisfying with a balance of spiciness from the Orange Bitters and sweet undertones.

Ingredients

• 3 oz Rye Whiskey
• 3 dashes Orange Bitters
• 1/2 tsp Brown Sugar
• 1/2 tsp Maple Syrup
• 1 tsp Dark Creme De Cacao
• 1 tsp Cointreau Orange Liqueur
• 1 Orange Peel
• 2 Luxardo Cherries

The Process

• Add brown sugar, maple syrup, Creme de Cacao, Cointreau, and bitters to old fashioned cocktail glass. Stir with bar spoon until syrupy.
• Add Rye and oversized ice cube. Stir with bar spoon until ingredients are chilled.
• Garnish with orange peel and skewer of 2 Luxardo Cherries.