Back in Black (Kevin Diedrich)

Name: Back in Black (Kevin Diedrich)
Ingredients: .75 oz Hine Rare Fine Champagne Cognac; .75 oz Black Sesame Infused Knob Creek Bourbon; 1 oz Cynar Ricetta Originale; .5 oz Licor 43; 2 dash(es) Orange Bitters

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By Hine Cognac

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Submitted on: October 5, 2023

Seasonal

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“This is my riff off a Manhattan and its contemporary classic, the Black Manhattan. Cynar and salted black sesame are the stars of the cocktail – and Cynar’s earthiness pairs very well with the sesame from one of my favorite local shops, The Japanese Pantry. Instead of doing only bourbon, I split the base with cognac to give it a little more character and depth. The Liquor 43 adds that hint of orange and vanilla, which also pairs well with the sesame.” – Kevin Diedrich, PCH

Ingredients

.75 oz
Hine Rare Fine Champagne Cognac

.75 oz
Black Sesame Infused Knob Creek Bourbon

1 oz
Cynar Ricetta Originale

.5 oz
Licor 43

2 dash(es)
Orange Bitters

Instructions

Garnish

Orange Twist

Build

Stir & Strain

Glass

Martini

Estimated strength

About 27% ABV (estimate)

By Hine Cognac

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For over 260 years, generations of dedicated craftsmen and women have kept a keen eye on ensuring the longevity of our independent and family-owned heritage and recognized know-how that our Maison's cognacs one of a kind. Our identity is drawn from the heart of two Premier Crus: Grande Champagne & Petite Champagne. Distillation with the lees concentrates the aromas of our white wines tenfold. Light toasted fine-grained wood barrels preserve our cognac's authentic personality that is celebrated ...

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Stir and strain into a martini glass, and garnish with an orange twist. Black Sesame Knob Creek Bourbon 1 750 ml bottle overproof Knob Creek Bourbon 25 g roasted salted black sesame seeds Using a spice grinder, roughly grind the sesame seeds. Combine the ground sesame and bourbon and let steep for 10 minutes. Strain through a coffee filter and return strained liquid to the bottle.

Editor's Note

A sophisticated riff on the Black Manhattan, this drink balances earthy Cynar with a savory black sesame infusion. The split base of cognac and bourbon adds depth and a nuanced, nutty finish.