Acid Bath

Cocktail by Michael Merrill

Ingredients:

2 oz Deep Eddy Lime Vodka

1 oz Banana Peel Oleo

1/4 oz Lime Juice

4 Large Basil Leaves

1 Dash Fee Brothers Lime Bitters

Preparation:

Shake all ingredients and double strain.

Garnish:

Basil Leaf and “vortex” banana peel ice cube.

Glassware:

Straight-walled old fashioned glass.

Cocktail Inspiration:

Years ago my partner made me a surprise Valentine’s Day dinner. One of the dishes called for Banana Basil Relish, the core flavor notes of which were bananas, basil and lime. I’ve been a fan of this flavor combination ever since.