Southern Smoke & Maple Fizz

This cocktail, named the Nor’easter, was created by Bill Harden, a bartender based in Lexington, Va. It is a delightful mix of bourbon, apple brandy, Ancho Reyes, maple syrup, and citrus. The use of Ancho Reyes liqueur adds a hint of sweetness and spice, while the maple syrup provides a smoky sweetness to the drink. Bill and his wife Jessica, who are both bartenders, have brought their cocktail-making skills to TAPS at The Georges, a historic inn in Lexington, where the Nor’easter has become a popular addition to the seasonal menu.

Southern Smoke & Maple Fizz

A delightful bourbon-based cocktail with apple brandy, Ancho Reyes, maple syrup, and citrus, offering a perfect balance of sweetness and smokiness.

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Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 ounces Four Roses Single Barrel
  • 1 egg white
  • 1/2 ounce apple brandy
  • 1/2 ounce Ancho Reyes
  • 1/2 ounce maple syrup
  • 1/2 ounce lemon juice
  • 1/2 ounce lime juice

Instructions

  1. Combine all the ingredients in a shaker.
  2. Add one cube of ice and shake vigorously for at least 30 seconds to create a good foam.
  3. Shake the mixture again with ice to chill.
  4. Strain the cocktail into a coupe glass and garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon.