Near Northside

Ingredients

    • 1½ oz. Texas bourbon (Still Austin recommended)

    • ½ oz. mezcal (Xicaru Añejo recommended)

    • ¾ oz. tamarind-infused Amaro Nonino (recipe follows)

    • ¼ oz. Ancho Reyes Ancho Chile Liqueur

    • 3 dashes Fee Brothers Aztec Chocolate bitters

    • Orange twist, for garnish

Preparation

  1. Combine all ingredients except garnish in a mixing glass with ice and stir until chilled. Strain into a chilled coupe. Express orange peel on the surface and garnish.

  2. For the tamarind-infused Amaro Nonino: Place ¼ cup tamarind paste in a saucepan with ¼ cup water. Simmer for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until a paste forms. Let cool and place in a jar with 375 ml (half-bottle) of Amaro Nonino; seal and let steep for 1 to 2 days at room temperature. Strain out pulp and bottle.