This sultry cocktail puts a South African spin on the traditional negroni—adding cinnamon-infused South African Starr rum for an extra “kick.” Interestingly enough, it’s actually a nod to the myth surrounding Table Mountain. According to legend, Van Hunks, a Dutch pirate, once competed with the devil to see who could cover the top of Table Mountain with smoking pipes the fastest, hence why it always looks like it’s under a “tablecloth” of smoke today. You’ll find a similar smoky covering on this Van Hunks and The Devil drink from Big Easy Winebar & Grill {701 South Miami Avenue #339, Brickell; 786.814.5955}; which, with the recipe below, you can also make at home.
Fill a decanter with apple wood smoke using a smoking gun and cap decanter. Prepare a rocks glass with a large ice cube, expressed orange peel, and a cinnamon stick. Pour 1 ounce Cinnamon Starr, 1 ounce Campari, and 1 ounce Carpano Antica Sweet Vermouth in a mixing glass. Ice, stir, and strain into a decanter. Give it a quick swirl and pour into the prepared glass.
Happy dining!
By Jennifer Agress | Miami Editor