It’s called a Smoky Maple, and it is very, very tasty. (If you like Islay Whisky and Maple syrup). Some will say too strong, too early, a waste of good Scotch, etc., but I say “Just try it”.
For a Sour, add 1 pasteurized egg white (dry shake).
Recipe
What you need
2 oz Islay single malt peated Scotch whisky 1/4 oz Apricot brandy liqueur 1 spoon Maple Syrup 1/2 oz Orange juice (fresh) 2 dash Chocolate bitters 1 egg white (optional)
What you do
Pre-chill the glass. Fill a shaker glass with ice and add liquids. Shake until well chilled. Fine strain carefully into the serving glass. Garnish:Orange zest twist Serve:Sour or coupe Style: Sour Taste: Strong, sweet/sour
Patrick (Paddy) Moore
Patrick (Paddy) Moore is the author of the series Quarantinis, Eh? featuring cocktails that commemorate the COVID-19 pandemic of 2020-2021.
Patrick (Paddy) Moore 
