The Amaro Rye Twist

This sophisticated cocktail, The Amaro Rye Twist, combines the robust flavors of straight rye whiskey with the bittersweet notes of Italian amaro. It's a well-balanced, slightly bitter cocktail with a hint of citrus, perfect for those who enjoy complex and layered flavors in their drinks.

The Amaro Rye Twist

The Amaro Rye Twist is a sophisticated, well-balanced cocktail that combines the robust flavors of rye whiskey with the bittersweet notes of Italian amaro, finished with a hint of citrus.

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Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 ounces straight rye whiskey
  • 1 1/2 ounces lighter Italian amaro, such as Nonino
  • Thin-cut lemon peel, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Fill a mixing glass with cracked ice.
  2. Pour the rye whiskey and Italian amaro into the glass.
  3. Stir the ingredients together until well chilled.
  4. Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass.
  5. Top the cocktail with a thin-cut lemon peel for garnish.