Pour 20 ml of Amaro into the mixing glass.
Add 2 dashes of Aphrodite Bitter and 30 ml of single malt whisky from the Isle of Islay.
Fill the glass with ice cubes and gently stir with a cocktail spoon.
Strain into a chilled cocktail glass.
Garnish with lemon zest.
"Symposium" is a strong and complex cocktail built around the rich flavor of Laphroaig single malt whisky from the Isle of Islay. The base of the drink consists of 30 ml of this smoky whisky, complemented by 20 ml of Amaro for herbal bitterness and 2 ml of "Aphrodite" Bitter, adding subtle floral nuances. Preparation is simple: all ingredients are mixed with a generous portion of ice (300 g) in a glass, ensuring intense cooling and slight dilution.
The taste of the cocktail is a vibrant clash of Laphroaig's peat smoke with the bitterness of Amaro and the delicate spice of the Bitter. Smoky notes dominate the whisky, but do not overwhelm the other components. Amaro adds depth and complexity, while "Aphrodite" delicately balances the flavor, adding a light floral sweetness.
The texture of the drink is dense and refreshing thanks to the abundance of ice. “Symposium” is not just a cocktail; it’s a concentrated experience: powerful, multifaceted, and memorable. The combination of smoky whisky with bitterness and delicate floral sweetness creates a unique character, perfect for connoisseurs of strong and unusual drinks.