Presbyterian's Bitter Symphony

This cocktail, aptly named Presbyterian's Bitter Symphony, embodies its name with a mix of Black Grouse scotch and the intense bitterness of Cynar, a liqueur hailing from Italy, combined with the tartness of lemon and a hint of sweetness from simple syrup. The drink is finished with a refreshing splash of soda and a grapefruit twist garnish, creating a symphony of flavors in a glass.

Presbyterian's Bitter Symphony

Presbyterian's Bitter Symphony is a bold and intense cocktail featuring Black Grouse scotch, Cynar liqueur, lemon, and a touch of simple syrup, finished with a splash of soda and a grapefruit twist.

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Ingredients

  • 1/4 oz simple syrup
  • 1/4 oz lemon juice
  • 3/4 oz Cynar liqueur
  • 1 1/2 oz Black Grouse scotch
  • Soda water
  • Grapefruit twist, for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a shaker with ice, combine simple syrup, lemon juice, Cynar liqueur, and Black Grouse scotch.
  2. Shake the mixture vigorously.
  3. Strain the cocktail into a rocks glass.
  4. Add a splash of soda water.
  5. Squeeze a grapefruit twist over the top and use it as a garnish.