Cocktail Recipe: Smoke & Steel
As February fades and winter’s grip loosens, Smoke & Steel is the perfect way to close out the season with boldness and grit. This rich, smoky cocktail blends bourbon with deep caramel, oak-kissed warmth, and a touch of orange—creating a drink as unshakable as American industry. Finished with chocolate bitters and a whisper of smoked salt, it’s a tribute to resilience, strength, and the fires that forge us.
Raise a glass to endurance, determination, and the victories ahead. Smoke & Steel isn’t just a drink—it’s a testament to the American spirit.
Smoke & Steel
Ingredients
- 2 oz smoked bourbon (or regular bourbon with a smoked glass)
- 0.5 oz caramel syrup (or rich demerara syrup)
- 0.5 oz Amaro (or orange liqueur for a brighter twist)
- 2 dashes chocolate bitters
- Garnish: Orange twist and a pinch of smoked salt
Instructions
- If smoking the glass, use a torch or smoking gun to infuse the inside of a rocks glass with oak smoke.
- In a mixing glass, combine bourbon, caramel syrup, Amaro, and chocolate bitters.
- Add ice and stir until well chilled.
- Strain into the prepared glass over a large ice cube.
- Garnish with an orange twist and a light sprinkle of smoked salt for depth.
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