Hell’s Potion

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Contributed by Sarah Smith, Putnam’s Pub & Cooker

Hell’s Potion

Appears in 13 Collections

Appears in 13 Collections

About The Hell’s Potion Cocktail

This cocktail was created by Sarah Smith at Putnam’s Pub for Cognac Classics Week, presented by Liquor.com and Hennessy VSOP Privilège.

Ingredients in The Hell’s Potion Cocktail

¹⁄₄ oz

Chartreuse

2 oz

Hennessy VSOP cognac

³⁄₄ oz

Molasses syrup*

5 dashes

Bittermens Hellfire Habanero shrub

Garnish:

Lemon peel

Glass:

How to make The Hell’s Potion Cocktail

Rinse an Old Fashioned glass with the Chartreuse, discarding any excess, and set aside.

Add the cognac, molasses syrup and bitters to a mixing glass, and fill with ice.

Stir and strain into the prepared glass.

Flame the lemon peel over the surface of the drink, then drop into the glass.

Other Information

*Molasses syrup: Add half a cup of boiling water and half a cup of molasses to a bowl, and stir until combined. Let the syrup cool; it can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 weeks.

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