Do Not Go Gentle Into That Good Night

Prep Time 3 mins
Assembly Time 7 mins
Total Time 10 mins
Description

The Do Not Go Gentle Into That Good Night is a modern cocktail that was created by Chantal Tseng in Washington, D.C. The recipe uses the Hot Toddy template but calls for bergamot-flavored Earl Grey tea as the base instead of water and adds a smoky Scotch whisky that is balanced by honey syrup, allspice dram, and lemon.

Ingredients
  • 4 fl oz Earl Grey Tea
  • 1.5 fl oz Islay Scotch
  • 0.5 fl oz Honey Syrup (Click for Recipe)
  • 0.25 fl oz Allspice Liqueur
  • 0.25 fl oz Lemon Juice
  • 1 Star Anise
Method
  1. 1

    Place tea bag in a mug.

  2. 2

    Bring a small pot of water to a rolling boil.

  3. 3

    Pour 4 fl oz boiling water into mug over tea bag.

  4. 4

    Steep for 3-5 minutes, then remove tea bag.

  5. 5

    Add whisky, honey syrup, allspice liqueur, and lemon juice to mug.

  6. 6

    Using a bar spoon, gently stir for 3-5 seconds.

  7. 7

    Garnish with star anise.

Find this recipe online: https://novelnightcaps.com/recipe/do-not-go-gentle-into-that-good-night-cocktail/