Monte Carlo

I love a Monte Carlo; it's like a Manhattan that went on a French vacation. The Bénédictine's sweet, herbal character is a brilliant partner for a bold rye. It's proof that you don't need a massive list of ingredients for a complex, delicious drink.

Approximate ABV 39.5%
Approximate Price / Cocktail $2.84
Taste Foundation Sweet, Bitter
Taste Nuance Spicy, Herbal, Citrus

Recipe Directions

1. Chill a coupe glass.
2. Combine rye, Bénédictine, and Angostura bitters in a mixing glass.
3. Add ice and stir until well-chilled and properly diluted.
4. Strain into the chilled coupe.
5. Express lemon oil over the drink, then discard the peel.

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