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The Washington Post, March 19, 2008
  • Course: Beverage
  • Features: Fast

Summary:

It's becoming more common to find an Italian amaro, such as Averna, in a cocktail. An amaro is usually consumed solo after dinner as a digestive. This is different: a unique concoction that balances the richness of cognac with Averna's herbal and bittersweet chocolate flavors plus the fruity aroma and almond notes of maraschino liqueur.

We found Averna at Calvert Woodley Liquors in Northwest (202-966-4400), Schneider's of Capitol Hill (202-543-9300) and Central Liquors downtown (202-737-2800).

1 serving

Ingredients:

  • Ice
  • 1 1/2 ounces cognac
  • 1 ounce Averna
  • 1/2 ounce maraschino liqueur
  • Orange peel twist, for garnish

Directions:

Fill a mixing glass two-thirds full with ice. Add the cognac, Averna and maraschino liqueur. Stir vigorously for 30 seconds, then strain into a cocktail (martini) glass. Garnish with the orange peel twist.

Recipe Source:

Adapted from Duggan McDonnell of Cantina Bebidas in San Francisco.

Tested by Bonnie S. Benwick for The Washington Post.
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(Julia Ewan - The Washington Post)
Nutrition Facts
Information per serving
Calories: 212
% Daily Values*
Total Fat: n/a 0
Saturated Fat: n/a 0
Cholesterol: n/a 0
Sodium: 7mg0
Total Carbohydrates: 10g 3
Dietary Fiber: n/a 0
Sugar: n/a
Protein: n/a
*Percent Daily Value based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Total Fat: Less than65g
Saturated Fat: Less than20g
Cholesterol: Less than300mg
Sodium:Less than2,400mg
Total Carbohydrates: 300g
Dietary Fiber: 25g

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