The Black Seed
Photo: Coral Von Zumwalt
Smoky and slightly fruity, this cocktail has loads of complexity. It's from Karen Hatfield, chef-owner of Odys + Penelope and Sycamore Kitchen restaurants in Los Angeles.
How to Make It
Step 1
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Thoroughly muddle blackberries in a cocktail shaker. Add lemon juice, simple syrup, amaro, whiskey, and 1 cup ice cubes. Cover and shake well. Pour contents into a glass and add a lemon slice.
Step 2
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*Find Ramazzotti amaro (an Italian bitters liqueur) at well-stocked liquor stores, and Slow Hand Six Woods whiskey at holidaywinecellar.com.
Ingredients
3/4 cup blackberries
1/2 ounce lemon juice
1/2 ounce simple syrup
1/2 ounce Ramazzotti amaro* or Campari
1 1/2 ounces whiskey such as Slow Hand Six Woods* or Johnny Walker Red Label
Lemon slice