"the Fix" Recipe

Prepare honey syrup (if not ready)

Combine equal parts honey and hot water (for example, 1/4 cup honey + 1/4 cup hot water). Stir until fully combined and cool before using. Measure 0.75 oz for the recipe.

Dry shake (if using egg white)

In a cocktail shaker, combine aged rum (2 oz), bourbon (0.5 oz), fresh lemon juice (0.75 oz), honey syrup (0.75 oz), allspice dram (0.25 oz), amaro (0.25 oz), orange bitters (2 dashes), Angostura bitters (1 dash), and 1/2 egg white. Seal the shaker and shake vigorously without ice for 15–20 seconds to emulsify and build a silky texture.

Wet shake

Add a large handful of ice to the shaker. Shake vigorously for another 12–15 seconds until well chilled and the outside of the shaker is frosty.

Strain

Double-strain the cocktail into a chilled old-fashioned or rocks glass over a single large ice cube (or into a coupe if you prefer no large ice). Use a fine mesh strainer in addition to the shaker strainer when egg white is used to remove tiny solids and ice shards.

Express a lemon twist over the surface of the drink to release oils, then run it around the rim and drop it into the glass.

Optionally grate a tiny pinch of fresh nutmeg or sprinkle a light dusting of ground cinnamon over the foam for aroma and warmth.

Serve immediately with a small straw or pick for the twist.