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Dark Harlequin

AI-generatedChallengingNick & Nora

A brooding, full-spectrum sipper where bitter almond and orange peel chase molasses rum into the shadows.


Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 oz Dark rum
  • 3/4 oz Triple sec
  • 3/4 oz Amaretto

Method

  1. 11. Pre-chill a Nick & Nora or coupe glass in the freezer for at least 5 minutes.
  2. 22. Add dark rum, triple sec, and amaretto to a mixing glass filled with large clear ice.
  3. 33. Stir with a bar spoon using smooth, controlled rotations for 20–25 seconds.
  4. 44. Strain the cocktail into the chilled glass using a Julep strainer.
  5. 55. Allow the drink to rest for 30 seconds so aromas open up before serving.
  6. 66. Present immediately — no need for additional ice in the glass.

PRO TIP

Stirring rather than shaking keeps this drink silky and spirit-forward — dilute to roughly 25–30% water content by tasting as you stir; the flavors should be integrated but never flat.

Garnish — Wide lemon twist, oils expressed and draped over the rim


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