Smoky Sunset Sipper

This cozy and smoky-sweet rum cocktail is infused with the rich flavors of Lapsang tea and tiki bitters, creating a comforting and sophisticated libation. Joe Campanale's creation, the Smoky Sunset Sipper, is a delightful blend of Scotch, Jamaican-style rum, and fresh lemon juice, enhanced by the subtle sweetness of agave and Lapsang tea simple syrup. The addition of tiki and orange bitters adds depth and complexity to this well-balanced cocktail, perfect for a relaxing evening.

Smoky Sunset Sipper

A cozy and smoky-sweet rum cocktail infused with Lapsang tea and tiki bitters, creating a comforting and sophisticated libation.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Total Time 20 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Lapsang tea
  • 1 1/2 ounces Scotch
  • 1 ounce Lapsang tea simple syrup
  • 3/4 ounce Jamaican-style rum
  • 3/4 ounce fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 ounce agave simple syrup
  • 2 dashes tiki bitters
  • 2 dashes orange bitters
  • Ice
  • 1 orange slice, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Make the Lapsang tea simple syrup: Boil water and stir in sugar until dissolved. Add Lapsang tea and steep for 10 minutes. Strain out the tea leaves.
  2. In a cocktail shaker, combine all ingredients except ice and orange slice.
  3. Add ice, shake vigorously for 20 seconds.
  4. Strain into a chilled rocks glass filled with ice.
  5. Garnish with an orange slice and serve.