Le Magritte's Bitter Velvet is a zesty, grown-up after-dinner digestif that drifts into the arena of the rum old fashioned but in a fancy glass. This balanced, after-dinner refresher layers sweetness, bitterness, and richness in equal measure, resulting in a clean, bitter-edged finish. Perfect for late-spring evenings when the nights still hold a bit of a chill in the air, this cocktail is a must-try for those seeking a sophisticated nightcap.
Bitter Velvet Recipe
Serves 1
- 20ml golden rum – we use Diplomático Reserva Exclusiva
- 20ml amaretto
- 20ml coffee liqueur
- 20ml Fernet Branca
- 1 strip orange zest, to garnish
Method
- Measure all the liquids into a mixing glass filled with ice and stir until very cold.
- Strain straight up into a nick & nora glass.
- Twist the orange zest over the top to express the oils, drop it into the glass, and serve.
Recipe by Giovanni Dellaglio, assistant bar manager at Le Magritte at The Beaumont hotel, London W1.
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