Armando's Alias
This sophisticated Daiquiri riff is inspired by Kleber Mendonça Filho's Brazilian thriller 'The Secret Agent', following Wagner Moura's character, Armando, as he assumes a false identity during the 1977 military dictatorship. Its tropical base with a bitter accent mirrors the film's suspense and the vibrant yet dangerous setting of Recife.
Ingredients
- 2 oz Aged Rum
- 0.75 oz Fresh Lime Juice
- 0.5 oz Fresh Grapefruit Juice
- 0.5 oz Rich Demerara Syrup
- 1 dash Fernet-Branca
Instructions
- Combine aged rum, lime juice, grapefruit juice, rich demerara syrup, and Fernet-Branca in a shaker with ice.
- Shake well until thoroughly chilled, about 15-20 seconds.
- Double strain into a chilled coupe glass.
- Garnish with a lime wheel and a sprig of cilantro.
Glassware: Coupe Glass
Garnish: Lime wheel with a sprig of cilantro
History
A vibrant Daiquiri variation, this drink pays homage to the Oscar-nominated 'The Secret Agent'. While a classic Daiquiri is simple, the addition of grapefruit and a dash of Fernet-Branca introduces layers of complexity and a mysterious bitterness, reflecting the film's political intrigue and the moral ambiguities faced by its protagonist, Armando.