Memento Mori From Lady Jane

• 1 ozVSOP Cognac
• 1/2 ozbourbon
• 1 ozspiced fig and balsamic syrup
• 3/4 ozfresh lemon juice
• 3/4 ozamontillado sherry
• 1fresh egg white (pasteurized if you like)
• 2 dasheschocolate bitters

Preparation

1. 1.

   Combine all of the ingredients in a shaker and dry shake. Add ice and shake. Fine strain into a chilled coupe.

2. 2.

   Spiced Fig and Balsamic Syrup (yields approx. 1 quart): Wash and quarter 1/2 lb. of dried Black Mission figs. Combine the figs, spices (1 cinnamon stick, 1/2 tsp. whole cloves, and 1/2 tsp. whole black peppercorns), and 2 cups water, and let the mixture soak for 45 minutes. Add 2 cups of sugar, bring to a light simmer, reduce the heat, and stir until all the sugar is dissolved. Let cool to room temperature then strain out the figs and spices. Once the syrup is strained, add 2 1/2 oz. of balsamic vinegar. Refrigerate for up to 3 weeks.

3. 3.

   Cocoa-Cinnamon Powder: Equal parts cocoa powder and cinnamon powder.