The Brutalist

Inspired by The Brutalist

This is a cocktail of strength and structure: a rich, bittersweet serve where Gattertop’s Nº12 damson liqueur takes centre stage, supported by bold aperitivo and the warm spice of Angostura. A drink that’s quietly assertive—never showy, always assured.

INGREDIENTS

• 50ml Nº12 Damson Liqueur
• 20ml Bitter Aperitivo
• 3 dashes Angostura Bitters
• Ice
  
  

TO GARNISH

• A rectangular slice of orange peel
• One large ice cube
  
  

METHOD

• In a mixing glass filled with ice, combine 50ml of Gattertop’s Nº12 Damson Liqueur with 20ml of Bitter Aperitivo.
• Add three dashes of Angostura Bitters and stir until thoroughly chilled.
• Strain into a rocks glass over a single large ice cube.
• Garnish with a neatly cut rectangular slice of orange peel.
• Sip slowly beside a crackling fire, and let the evening unfold.