Wanderlust Recipe
Maxime chocolate, ancho chili, orange rye, house smoked cherry amaretto cordial, Botanik black pepper amaro, cherrywood
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Cherrywood Infusion
Soak cherrywood chips in water for at least 30 minutes to prepare for smoking. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Melt the Chocolate
In a microwave-safe bowl, heat the Maxime chocolate in 30-second intervals until melted, stirring in between. Set aside to cool slightly.
- 3
Mix the Drink
In a cocktail shaker, combine the melted chocolate, ancho chili powder, orange rye whiskey, house smoked cherry amaretto cordial, and Botanik black pepper amaro. Shake well until all ingredients are combined.
Smoking the Drink
- 4
Smoke the Cocktail
Using a smoking gun or a stovetop method, infuse the drink with smoke from the soaked cherrywood chips. Allow it to sit for a few minutes to absorb the flavor.
Serving
- 5
Serve the Cocktail
Strain the smoked cocktail mixture into a chilled glass. Garnish with a sprinkle of ancho chili powder and a cherry if desired. Serve immediately.
