Figgy-Orange Cocktail

By blum099

Forget the pudding! This figgy cocktail is a seasonal drink that will surely get you into the holiday spirit.

Ingredients

• Ice, as needed
• 2 ounces bourbon
• 1/2 ounce Punt e Mes
• 1 tablespoon fresh orange juice
• 1/2 tablespoon simple syrup (see Note)
• 4 dashes Figgy-Orange Bitters or Regans' Orange Bitters No. 6
• Nutmeg, grated

Preparation

Step 1

In an ice-filled cocktail shaker, combine the bourbon, Punt e Mes, orange juice, simple syrup and bitters. Shake well. Strain the drink into a chilled coupe. Garnish with freshly grated nutmeg.

Note: To make simple syrup, in a small saucepan, dissolve 1 cup of granulated sugar in 1 cup of water over moderate heat; for rich syrup, use 2 cups demerara or turbinado sugar and 1 cup of water. Let cool before using, and reserve the rest for another use.