Build-A-Bear Bond
This is a sophisticated Old Fashioned, rich and complex, designed to honor the deeper, more 'built' connections that emerge from the pods and face real-world challenges. It's a nod to Vic's heartfelt sentiment about Christine being his 'Build-A-Bear husband,' embracing imperfections and scars.
Ingredients
- 2 oz Aged rum
- 0.25 oz Demerara syrup
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
- 1 dash Orange bitters
- Barspoon Luxardo maraschino liqueur
Instructions
- Combine aged rum, demerara syrup, Angostura bitters, orange bitters, and Luxardo maraschino liqueur in a mixing glass with a large ice cube.
- Stir until well-chilled and properly diluted (about 30 seconds).
- Strain over a large ice cube in a rocks glass.
Glassware: Rocks
Garnish: Orange peel, expressed and dropped in
History
A rich, stirred classic, this Old Fashioned variation highlights aged rum for its depth and warmth. The addition of Luxardo maraschino liqueur adds a subtle fruitiness, representing the unique personal touches that make each 'Build-A-Bear Bond' special, even with all its 'scars.'