Let's just say that many drinks take the name Jack-O-Lantern in one form or another, though few impress me. This is an exception and I find it to be one of the more pleasant Jack (how appropriate?) Daniel's drinks out there.
This is a cocktail that has a life and vibe all its own, though portions of the recipe are reminiscent of well-known drinks. Essentially, the Tennessee whiskey is adorned with the essences of orange and mint, sweetened and soured a bit, then there is the rich Chambord to balance everything out ever so gently. It is a fun drink, with the Chambord drifting to the bottom (à la Tequila Sunrise) and adding both a visual and flavor layer.
For the 2012 Halloween season, you can find this drink (and those recommended below the recipe) at these New York City bars: Stone Rose Lounge, Lilium, Whiskey Blue, Whiskey Park, Living Room. More info about all of the venues at GerberBars.com
Prep Time: 3 minutes
Total Time: 3 minutes
Yield: 1 Cocktail
Ingredients:
- 1 orange wheel
- 7 mint leaves
- 2 ounces Jack Daniel's Tennessee Whiskey
- 1 1/2 ounces simple syrup
- 1 1/2 ounces lemon juice
- 1/2 ounce Chambord liqueurs
- Orange wheel for garnish
Preparation:
- Muddle an orange wheel and mint leaves in a shaker tin.
- Add ice and all ingredients and shake vigorously.
- Strain into a martini glass.
- Slowly pour the Chambord into the glass (it will sink to the bottom).
- Garnish with an orange wheel.
