How to make The Italian Buck Cocktail.
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Jamie Boudreau
The Poison,
Lime Juice
.75oz/22ml
Cynar
1.5oz/45ml
Montenegro
1.5oz/45ml
Ginger Beer
3oz/90ml
Glassware
Highball
Garnish
Lime Wheel
The Alchemy,
In a Cocktail Shaker, add Lime Juice, Cynar, and Montenegro. Ice your Tin. Shake Vigorously (Shake Time depends on the size and quality of the Ice). Fine strain into a Highball glass. Add ice. Top with Ginger Beer. Garnish with a Lime Wheel. Serve or Imbibe.
The Lore,
Jamie Boudreau, the owner of Canon Whiskey and Bitters Emporium in Seattle, WA, a multi-award winning bar that includes the likes of ‘Best Spirit Collection’ from Tales of the Cocktail in 2014 & 2017, added this to them the menu in 2015. One year later, it was published in Brad Thomas Parsons’ 2016 ‘Amaro’ book. Canon boasts the largest collection of American Whiskey and largest Spirits collection in the US.
The Philosophy,
A simple Cocktail that became an instant hit. This cocktail is a crowd-pleaser that can easily be made at home. If you don’t have a Cocktail Shaker sitting around, build the cocktail in a Highball glass and give it a quick stir.
The Era,
2016. Modern Cocktail Era.
The Geology,
Canon Whiskey & Bitters Emporium. Seattle, WA.
The Essence,
The light, bright and refreshing nature of Ginger Beer is contradicted by the deep, dark, and rich flavors of the split Amaro base in this Cocktail. Though there is a heavy dose of Amare, this can be enjoyed at any moment and any season.
Alchemix Assessment,
A fine balance of rich and refreshing. On the sweeter side. A nice drink.
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