Cocktail Recipe: The Amber Dawn
As the final days of January unfold, we raise a glass to resilience, optimism, and the promise of a brighter future. The Amber Dawn is a one-of-a-kind cocktail that blends unexpected flavors into a harmonious and bold creation, much like the spirit of America itself.
Infused with dried apricot bourbon, fennel honey syrup, and the rich tang of blood orange juice, this drink offers a vibrant and complex experience. A touch of Amaro Montenegro adds herbal intrigue, while orange bitters tie it all together. Topped with a striking garnish of blood orange peel and a dried apricot, this cocktail is as stunning as it is delicious.
Perfect for toasting to perseverance and the dawn of new opportunities, The Amber Dawn reminds us that even in the coldest months, the warmth of hope and unity shines through. Cheers to the start of a great year ahead!
The Amber Dawn
- 2 oz bourbon infused with dried apricots (steep bourbon with dried apricots for 24 hours)
- 0.5 oz fennel honey syrup (mix honey, warm water, and a dash of crushed fennel seeds, then strain)
- 0.75 oz blood orange juice (for a deep, rich citrus note)
- 0.25 oz Amaro Montenegro (or another light herbal liqueur)
- 2 dashes orange bitters
- Garnish: A twist of blood orange peel and a small dried apricot
- Combine infused bourbon, fennel honey syrup, blood orange juice, Amaro Montenegro, and orange bitters in a shaker.
- Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously until chilled.
- Strain into a chilled coupe glass or a rocks glass over a single large ice cube.
- Garnish with a twist of blood orange peel and a dried apricot perched on the rim.
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