Revolver
A modern classic that riffs on the Manhattan, combining bourbon with coffee liqueur and orange bitters for a rich, spirit-forward sipper.
- 2 ozbourbon
- ½ ozcoffee liqueur
- 2 dashesorange bitters
- Flamed orange peelgarnish
- 1Add bourbon, coffee liqueur, and orange bitters to a mixing glass.
- 2Fill with ice and stir for 20-30 seconds until well chilled.
- 3Strain into a chilled coupe or Nick & Nora glass.
- 4Express orange peel oils over the drink, optionally flaming the peel for presentation.
- 5Drop the peel into the drink or discard.
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Created in 2004 by bartender Jon Santer at Bruno's in San Francisco, later gaining fame at Bourbon & Branch. The name playfully references Bulleit bourbon. The flamed orange twist became a signature theatrical element that helped the drink spread by word of mouth. Featured in The Bar Book and Three Ingredient Cocktails, cementing its modern classic status.
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