Cannonball

The Cannonball is a vibrant gin cocktail combining Navy Strength Gin, black cherry juice, amaro, and chocolate bitters. Finished with aromatic tonic, fresh cherries, and a sage leaf, it’s a playful and sophisticated drink perfect for evening sips or brunch with a twist.

Ingredients

• 1.5 oz Navy Strength Gin

• 0.25 oz Amaro (preferably Nonino Quintessentia)

• 0.25 oz Fresh Lime Juice

• 2 oz Black Cherry Juice

• 3 dashes Chocolate Bitters (optional)

• Aromatic Tonic Water, to top

• Slice of fresh or dehydrated lime

• Fresh cherries and sage leaf, for garnish

How to Make It

1. Fill a mixing glass with ice.

2. Add gin, amaro, lime juice, black cherry juice, and chocolate bitters. Stir gently with a bar spoon.

3. Strain into a chilled coupette glass.

4. Top with a splash of aromatic tonic water.

5. Garnish with a twist of lemon around a skewered cherry and a sage leaf on top.

Pro Tips

• Stir, don’t shake: Preserve the delicate flavors of the tonic and cherry juice.

• Fresh cherry juice: Opt for fresh-pressed or high-quality bottled juice for maximum flavor.

• Herb garnish: Sage enhances aroma and adds a subtle herbal layer.

• Chill everything: Keep your coupette glass and ingredients cold to maintain balance.