Jun 08 2026
RestaurantsPagliacci'sLibels & Libations Recipe

Libels & Libations Recipe

Inspired by Pagliacci's
Time15m
Serves1

Scotch in the City: Famous Grouse Smoky Black, Okanagan Pear Brandy, Lemon Ginger bitters, lemon juice, honey, cumin saline.

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Ingredients

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Cocktail Ingredients

Method

Preparation Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Cumin Saline

    In a small pot, combine 1 cup of water with 1 tablespoon of cumin seeds. Bring to a boil and then let it simmer for 10 minutes. Strain and mix with an equal amount of salt to create your cumin saline.

  2. 2

    Mix the Cocktail

    In a cocktail shaker, combine the Famous Grouse Smoky Black Scotch, Okanagan Pear Brandy, lemon juice, honey, cumin saline, and lemon ginger bitters. Fill the shaker with ice.

  3. 3

    Shake and Strain

    Shake the mixture well for about 15-20 seconds until chilled. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass.

  4. 4

    Garnish

    Garnish with a lemon twist. Serve immediately.

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