Want to take your mixology game to a new level?! Try out this Stündenglass smoked cherry cocktail recipe that adds a unique twist to a bourbon and Hennessy based drink. Introducing a hint of smoke is a great way to add a ton of savory flavor to a cocktail. The smoke enhances the warm, spicy flavor of bourbon as well as its natural sweetness.

What You'll Need

To make a smoked cherry cocktail at home, you'll need the following ingredients:

1oz Bourbon

.5 oz Campari

.5 oz Hennessy

1ml Cherry bitters

.5 oz Cherry juice

How to Make It

1. Melt equal parts honey and boiling hot water and stir together until the honey dissolves completely.

2. Add ½ oz of this honey simple to Stündenglass’ mixing glass.

3. Finally, add ½ oz freshly squeezed lemon juice.

4. Stir all ingredients together, then add ice.

5. Strain over ice in an old-fashioned glass.

6. Garnish with rosemary and cherry.

7. Place in the Stündenglass Beverage Cloche, add Apple Wood chips for their mild and sweet flavor so as not to overpower the other ingredients.

8. Ignite the chips and flip.

Why You'll Love It

The combination of smoky notes and the sweetness of cherries creates a complex and rich flavor profile that will tantalize your taste buds. Each sip of the smoked cherry cocktail is a journey of flavors that will leave you craving for more. This cocktail not only tastes amazing but also looks visually stunning. The swirling smoke and vibrant cherry garnish make for a picture-perfect drink that is sure to impress your guests at any gathering.

About Chef Wendy Zeng

Chef Wendy Zeng was born in the city of Chengdu, within China’s Sichuan province. At the age of six, she developed a deep interest in food while cooking in her grandpa’s kitchen. When she was 10 years old, her family relocated to Memphis, Tennessee where she fell in love with soul food and southern BBQ. She realized that Southern cooking, similar to Sichuan cuisine, is about honoring family, history, and the dishes that bring us together. Her culinary resume includes being the founder of Drizzle Catering and winner of Chopped420.