Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsArieteCandy Cap Recipe

Candy Cap Recipe

Inspired by Ariete
Time30m
Serves1

double grain whisky, candy cap mushroom, amaro blend, chocolate, orange, absinthe

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Amaro Blend

Flavor Enhancers

Method

Preparation of Ingredients

  1. 1

    Soak Candy Cap Mushrooms

    In a small bowl, soak the dried candy cap mushrooms in warm water for about 15 minutes to rehydrate them. Drain and chop them into small pieces.

  2. 2

    Prepare Orange Zest

    Using a microplane or zester, grate the outer layer of the orange peel to obtain about 0.5 tsp of orange zest. Set aside.

  3. 3

    Grate Chocolate

    Using a grater, finely grate the dark chocolate and measure out 1 tablespoon. Set aside.

Mixing the Drink

  1. 4

    Combine Ingredients in Shaker

    In a cocktail shaker, add the double grain whisky, rehydrated and chopped candy cap mushrooms, amaro, grated chocolate, and orange zest.

  2. 5

    Add Absinthe

    Pour in the absinthe to the shaker with the other ingredients.

  3. 6

    Shake

    Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds to chill and combine all ingredients.

Serving the Drink

  1. 7

    Strain and Serve

    Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass, ensuring to leave any solid pieces of mushroom behind.

  2. 8

    Garnish

    If desired, garnish with a small piece of orange peel or a sprinkle of grated chocolate on top.

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