Dead Man's Handle

A Dead Man's Handle is a switch on a train, designed to stop the train if released by the driver (in case he dies and no one notices). This tequila cocktail combines a light apéritif with orgeat to create a simple yet complex cocktail.

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Dead Man's Handle

Tequila, aperitivo, orgeat, and lime

Glassware

Rocks

Garnish

Lime wedge

Ingredients

45ml Tequila

20ml Aperitivo (such as Aperol, or Pompelle)

15ml Lime Cocktail Juice

15ml Orgeat

Recipe

1. Prepare your glass and garnish.

2. Shake all ingredients with ice.

3. Fine strain into the glass filled with crushed ice.

4. Garnish.

Lime Cocktail Juice

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Orgeat Syrup

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