The Borough: A Rye Whiskey Cocktail

Layers of spice, citrus and sweetness come together in this smooth rye whiskey cocktail.

2 oz. Rittenhouse rye whiskey
1 oz. Dubonnet Rouge
2 dashes of Bitter Truth Creole Bitters
1 dash of Regan’s Orange Bitters
1 orange peel
Tools: mixing glass, barspoon, strainer
Glass: coupe
Garnish: brandied cherries

Combine all of the ingredients in a mixing glass with ice, stir to chill, then strain into a chilled glass. Express the zest of an orange peel over the top of the cocktail, discard, then garnish with the cherries.

Lynn House, Chicago