Biscotti di Ceglie

June 25, 2024

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Bourbon is the perfect base spirit for this pastry-inspired cocktail, as the smooth vanilla and caramel notes blend elegantly with the beautiful flavours of biscotti di Ceglie, sending us back to nostalgic moments in Italy.

Recipe: Ben Townsend (Toronto, Ontario)
Photo: Reece Sims

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The inspiration behind this cocktail, as explained by bartender Ben Townsend, in Toronto, Ontario, “inspired by my love for travel, food, and mixology, this cocktail is a tribute to a moment I had while exploring southern Italy. Amidst the charming ambiance of a café, I discovered biscotti di Ceglie, a delightful treat harmonizing the flavours of cherry, almond, coffee and lemon. This culinary delight inspired me to craft a cocktail that would echo its essence.“

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Biscotti di Ceglie

Recipe by Ben Townsend (Toronto, Ontario)Difficulty: Moderate

Flavor Camps: Nutty, Sour, Fruity

Ingredients

1.25 parts Amaretto
1 part Bourbon
3/4 parts fresh Lemon Juice
4 fresh cherries
4 dashes Coffee Bitters
1 straw Vegan Foamer (or egg white)

Directions

Pit four fresh cherries, then muddle in a shaker with Amaretto, Bourbon and lemon juice.
Add coffee bitters and foaming agent.
Dry shake, then shake with ice.
Double-strain into a chilled Nick & Nora glass.
Garnish with a lemon twist.

Notes

This cocktail is one of the finalist recipes in our June 2024 Cocktail Challenge.

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