Queen of the Damned

• 1 1/2 ozrye whiskey
• 1/2 ozcognac
• 3/4 ozfresh lime juice
• 1/2 ozhibiscus cordial
• 1/4 ozAmaro Nonino

Preparation

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   Shake all of the ingredients with ice, then strain into a glass filled with fresh ice. Garnish. Hibiscus CordialIn a pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil, then turn off heat and add 1 oz. of hibiscus tea and steep for 10 minutes. Add 1 oz. of peeled, sliced ginger, 2 cinnamon sticks, 6 allspice berries, 2 whole cloves, the peeled zest of 1 lemon, and 3 cups of sugar, and bring the mixture to a low simmer. Allow ingredients to steep for another 15 minutes, stirring to ensure all the sugar has dissolved. Remove from heat and let sit overnight, then strain and bottle for use within 2 weeks.