Suffering Bastard
Modern | Buck | from Anders Erickson
The Suffering Bastard cocktail uses both bourbon and gin. Born in Cairo, it was originally concocted for troops fighting in North Africa.
Ingredients
| Amount | Ingredient | Brand |
|---|---|---|
| 1 oz / 25 ml 1.5 oz / 37.5 ml 2 oz / 50 ml 3 oz / 75 ml | Gin | Beefeaters |
| 1 oz / 25 ml 1.5 oz / 37.5 ml 2 oz / 50 ml 3 oz / 75 ml | Cognac | Maison Rouge VSOP |
| - OR - | ||
| 1 oz / 25 ml 1.5 oz / 37.5 ml 2 oz / 50 ml 3 oz / 75 ml | Bourbon | Old Grand-Dad 100 Proof |
| 0.75 oz / 19 ml 1.125 oz / 28 ml 1.5 oz / 37.5 ml 2.25 oz / 56.5 ml | Fresh Lime Juice | |
| 0.25 oz / 9 ml 0.375 oz / 14 ml 0.5 oz / 18.5 ml 0.75 oz / 27.5 ml | Rich Demerara Syrup | |
| 2 to 3 dashes | Bitters | Angostura Aromatic Bitters |
| 3 oz / 75 ml 4.5 oz / 112.5 ml 6 oz / 150 ml 9 oz / 225 ml | Ginger Beer | Fever Tree |
Notes
- Method: Shaken
- Pour: Double Strain
- Glassware:
- High Ball
- On the rocks
- Garnish: Mint sprig and orange slice
- Special Prep: Pour the ginger beer into the glass while pouring the cocktail.
