Miso Peat Twist

This unique cocktail, the Miso Peat Twist, is a delightful fusion of flavors. The combination of rich demerara syrup, white miso paste, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and lightly peated Scotch creates a complex and intriguing taste profile. The miso paste adds a subtle umami note while the smoky hint from the Scotch complements the citrusy tang of the lemon juice. The finishing touch of expressing the lemon zest over the drink adds a fresh aroma, making each sip a delightful experience.

Miso Peat Twist

A delightful fusion of rich demerara syrup, white miso paste, lemon juice, and lightly peated Scotch, the Miso Peat Twist offers a complex and intriguing taste profile with a subtle umami note, complemented by a smoky hint and a fresh citrusy tang.

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 teaspoon white miso paste
  • 3/4 ounce rich demerara syrup
  • 1 ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 2 ounces lightly peated Scotch
  • 1 wide strip lemon zest (removed with a vegetable peeler)

Instructions

  1. In a cocktail shaker, mash the miso paste with some of the demerara syrup until completely softened and dissolved.
  2. Add the remaining demerara syrup, Scotch, and lemon juice to the shaker.
  3. Fill the shaker halfway with ice, cover, and shake for 15 seconds.
  4. Double strain the mixture into a chilled coupe glass.
  5. Express the lemon twist over the glass, skin side down, and drop the twist into the glass.