Broadside

Broadside

A shot of 151 rum and half of Scotch poured over crushed fresh wormwood and bitters. Herbal, punishing and aptly named after a cannon volley.

32% ABVStrongCocktails

Medium

Difficulty

3 min

Time

140 Cal

Calories

1

Serving

Flavor profile

Rum

Strength
Sweet
Sour
Bitter

Taste values from the Pocket Bartender recipe catalog.

Ingredients

  • Angostura Bitters· not in your bar3 drops

    Or swap: Orange Bitters — citrus-forward, Peychaud's Bitters — brighter, anise-tinged

  • Ice· not in your barcubes
  • Overproof Rum· not in your bar1 shot

    Or swap: Dark Rum — milder — the drink loses some kick

  • Scotch· not in your bar1/2 shot

    Or swap: Bourbon — sweeter, Irish Whiskey — softer, no smoke

  • Wormwood· not in your bar1 Fresh

Instructions

  1. Half fill the glass with ice cubes.

  2. Crush the wormwood and add to ice.

  3. Pour rum, scotch and butters.

  4. Then serve!

Pairs well with

Overproof rum firing across Scotch and wormwood needs heavy provisions:

  • Smoked brisket bites
  • Aged cheddar chunks
  • Salted rye crisps
  • Candied walnuts

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