Ingredients and Sourcing
Cocktails with Herbs and Spices
From rosemary to saffron, Arnd Heißen builds drinks around herbs and spices, each with a story. These are the ideas and techniques behind the chapter.
Fernet Herbal Smash
Herbal and Sour
- StrengthMedium
- GlassCopper Julep Cup
- Serves1
- AllergensNot specified
- AdditivesNot specified
- Recipe sourceI created this drink
What you'll need
Ingredients and production
- 60 mlfernet branca
- 30 mlLemon Juice (Fresh)
- 10 mlSimple Syrup 1:1 (Homemade)
- 3 sprigsHerbs and Spices
Method
Step by step
- Add all ingredients to a shaker with ice and shake until the shaker is cold.
- Strain into a copper julep cup over ice.
- Garnish with mint sprig.
Serving and equipment
Before you pour
- EquipmentCocktail Shaker, Jigger
- TechniqueGarnish, Shake, Strain
- Ice for mixingIce Cubes
- Ice in the glassIce Cubes
- GarnishMint Sprig
- Serving occasionCarnival Craze
- Variation ofSmash
Beverage attributes
About the drink
- Main Flavour ProfileChocolatey, Clove, Minty
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