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Minch's Lure

Method
"My goal when creating this drink was to showcase scotch in a way that reminded people of how delicate the spirit can be," says mixologist Tommy Ho.
  • 1 ounce Tomatin 12-Year-Old Single Malt Highland Scotch, or any single malt Scotch
  • 3/4 ounce Lustau Los Arcos Dry Amontillado Sherry
  • 3/4 ounce St. George Pear Brandy
  • 1/2 bar spoon simple syrup
  • 12 drops almond extract
  • Pear slices for garnish
Combine all ingredients in a mixing glass filled with ice and strain into a chilled cocktail coupe. Garnish with the fresh pear slices.
Yield
1 cocktail