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
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.
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.




