Punisher Mk2 Recipe

Measure and combine

In a mixing glass add 2 oz aged (añejo) rum and 0.5 oz blended/peat-forward Scotch. The rum provides body and sweetness while the Scotch adds a smoky, medicinal top note — together they form the cocktail's bold backbone.

Add fresh juices and syrup

Add 0.75 oz fresh lime juice, 0.25 oz fresh lemon juice, and 0.5 oz demerara or rich simple syrup to the mixing glass. Use fresh-squeezed citrus for brightness and a slightly tart balance against the spirits.

Add bitters

Drop in 3 dashes of Angostura bitters and 1 dash of smoked paprika bitters or mole bitters (if available). These deepen the flavor and add complexity; if you don't have the optional bitters, the Angostura alone is fine.

Fill the mixing glass about two-thirds full with ice. Stir vigorously for 20–30 seconds (about 30–40 full stirs) until the mixture is well-chilled and slightly diluted—this rounds the edges of the strong spirits and integrates the ingredients.

Place a large clear ice cube into an old-fashioned glass. Double-strain the cocktail from the mixing glass into the serving glass to remove tiny shards of ice and any pulp.

Express the oils of the orange twist over the surface of the drink by holding the twist skin-side down and giving it a firm pinch about 3–6 inches above the glass. Run the twist around the rim, then drop it into the glass as garnish. Optionally, grate a tiny pinch of smoked paprika over the top for visual effect and an extra whisper of smokiness.