Over the last few weeks some folks from Quinta do Noval have been traveling the country and in addition to the incredible Noval ports have been showcasing some cocktails that can be made with Noval BLACK. The response has been impressive and even better than anticipated! Here are a few cocktails that were created on the spot during visits in Milwaukee, Boston, and in the Mid-Atlantic. Check them out below!
“The Port Authority” – a play on the Manhattan from Jordan Burch at Hinterland in Milwaukee (http://www.hinterlandbeer.com)
In the glass:
Luxardo Marachino Cherry
2 counts Noval BLACK
Shake:
4 counts Maker’s Mark
2 counts Lillet Blanc
Dash old timey bitters
Pour gently over Port and garnish with a thin orange peel
The “Bloody Port” from Aaron Brooks at 28 Degrees in Boston (www.28degrees-boston.com)
2 oz Noval Port
1oz Solerno Liqueur
1 oz Courvoisier
3 splash aromatic bitters
Splash of blood orange juice
The “El Dia de Los Muertes” Margarita from Eli at Chef Geoff’s in the Mid-Atlantic area (https://www.chefgeoff.com/chef-geoffs-home.html)
1.75 oz Reposado Tequila
1.5 oz Noval BLACK
1 oz fresh lime juice
.5 oz hibiscus syrup (Flor de Jamaica)
Shake and pour over black salt rimmed glass