Serpent’s Smile Recipe

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How to Make a Serpent’s Smile

Published: November 15, 2024

Ingredients

♦ ¾ oz. Irish whiskey

♦ 1½ oz. sweet vermouth

♦ ¾ oz. lemon juice

♦ 1 tbsp. kummel

♦ 2 dashes angostura bitters

♦ 1 strip lemon peel

Steps

1. Combine all ingredients except two to three ice cubes and the lemon peel in a shaker and shake vigorously.

2. Place remaining ice cubes in a glass and strain drink into the glass.

3. Twist the lemon peel over the drink to release oil and drop it in.

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