Sigrid tried this cocktail at Murray Circle, at Cavallo Point, in Sausalito (I suppose technically it was from the Farley Bar). I don't know what they call it there, and I can't guarantee this is really exactly the same, but it's how we like it. The chipotle vodka pulls no punches. It's an amazing blast of fresh pepper, smoke, and spice. The 209 is also key—once, when we were out of 209, I tried another gin, and it was a markedly different drink. The simple syrup adds a touch of sweetness, and the ginger adds yet another spice highlight. Don't skip the cilantro, as its flavor really complements the chipotle well.
† To make the ginger-infused simple syrup, grate an inch or two of fresh ginger, and heat in a sauce pan with 1/2 cup each of sugar and water. Simmer for ten or so minutes, and let cool. Strain through cheese cloth, squeezing to get all the syrup out. Update (October 2010): Sigrid got the recipe from the bartender at Farley:
I think the bartender forgot to mention the 209 gin, which was mentioned on the drink menu. |