The Spice Trader: A Savory Black Manhattan Twist

The "Spice Trader's Bitter" | Thirsty Thursday Cocktails Ep. 65 Looking for a cocktail that’s "not your average Amaro"? Welcome to Episode 65 of Thirsty Thursday Cocktails! Tonight, Rebecca is taking us on a dark and botanical journey as she explores the Spice Trader’s Bitter. This isn't your typical sweet drink. We’re using the La Boite Amaro by Cardinal Spirits, which brings savory notes of Szechuan peppercorn and star anise. To balance that dry, peppery profile, we add St. Elizabeth’s All Spice Dram for a warm, earthy backbone of clove and pimento. The base spirit? The New Riff Bottled in Bond Balboa Rye, made from heirloom grain with a unique pumpernickel and lemon pepper profile. Finished with Fee Brothers Cardamom Bitters and a fresh orange peel, this drink is a savory, complex relative of the Black Manhattan that begs for another sip. In this episode: The savory profile of La Boite Amaro [00:11] Why St. Elizabeth’s All Spice Dram defines the "Trader's Identity" [00:38] Using New Riff Balboa Rye as a sturdy, bready foundation [01:14] The final build, stir, and citrus garnish [01:40] Tasting notes: From dry and peppery to a long, herbal finish [02:13] Connect With Us & Support The Journey! 🥃 Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/cw/YourBourbonJourney 🌐 Visit Our Website: https://yourbourbonjourney.com/ 🔔 SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@YourBourbonJourney?sub_confirmation=1 #ThirstyThursday #CocktailRecipe #SpiceTrader #Amaro #WhiskeyTasting #NewRiff #BalboaRye #CraftCocktails #HomeBartender #YourBourbonJourney #DrinkResponsibly #CocktailHour #SpiceDram #SavoryCocktails #BartenderLife