Prompted Pours

Monte Cassino

An equal-parts botanical powerhouse that balances honeyed Bénédictine and sharp Strega with fresh lemon juice.

Glass
Coupe
Method
Shake
Ice
None
Serves
1

Ingredients

  • 0.75 oz Gin
  • 0.75 oz Strega
  • 0.75 oz Bénédictine
  • 0.75 oz Fresh lemon juice

Story

While looking for Negroni alternatives, I mentioned I had both Bénédictine and Strega. You suggested moving away from the stirred format into this modern classic variation, noting that the honeyed spice of Bénédictine and the sharp bite of Strega would create the same complexity as a Negroni when balanced by citrus.

Method

  1. Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker.
  2. Add ice and shake vigorously until the tin is frosted.
  3. Double strain into a chilled coupe glass.

Notes

  • This is a variation of the “Last Word” template; ensure the lemon juice is freshly squeezed to cut through the heavy liqueurs.