Black Tunic: A Vermouth Cocktail
Photo: Kelly Puleio
The complexity of a classic Italian Vermouth di Torino forms the base for this cocktail, accented by the flavors of coffee, cardamom, and a French herbal liqueur.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 oz. sweet vermouth (preferably an Italian Vermouth di Torino)
- 1/2 oz. cold-brew coffee
- 1/4 oz. Bénédictine
- 2 dashes cardamom bitters
- Tools:barspoon
- Glass:rocks or coffee mug
- Garnish:lemon twist
Preparation
Combine all of the ingredients in a glass and fill with ice, then stir briefly to combine. (Alternately, gently heat the ingredients in a small pan and serve warm in a coffee mug.) While using a lit match or lighter, squeeze a lemon twist so the oils spray into the flame and across the drink’s surface, then use the twist as garnish.