Black Smoke Recipe
Benchmark Bourbon, Montenegro, Aromatic & Cardamon Bitters, Smoked with Applewood
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Ingredients
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Beverage Ingredients
Method
Preparation Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Smoke
Soak applewood chips in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning. Drain before use.
- 2
Prepare the Drink
In a mixing glass, combine Benchmark Bourbon, Montenegro, aromatic bitters, and cardamom bitters. Add ice cubes and stir until well chilled.
- 3
Infuse with Smoke
Using a smoking gun, ignite the soaked applewood chips and capture the smoke in a glass or a cocktail dome. Place the chilled drink inside and allow it to infuse with smoke for about 1-2 minutes.
- 4
Serve
Strain the infused cocktail into a chilled rocks glass over fresh ice. Garnish with an orange twist.
