A bold, minimalist blend of bourbon, coffee liqueur, and orange bitters, The Revolver looks like a Manhattan, leans like an Old Fashioned, and tastes like neither. Created by Jon Santer in the early 2000's, it proved to be a slow burn at first but it's since gone on to become a heavyweight among modern classics, featured on menus around the world. Listen on to hear how it all unfolded from Jon Santer himself, including how a debate with jazz musicians would inspire the Revolver's name; how an act of resistance against the local cocktail movement of the time would influence its composition; and how a flaming orange coin tied everything together. Oh, and don't forget to like, subscribe, and leave us a review wherever you get your podcasts!

Jon Santer's Revolver Recipe

- 2 ounces Bulleit bourbon or rye

- ½ ounce Tia Maria coffee liqueur

- 4 dashes "Feegan's" orange bitters (2:1 blend of Regan's to Fee Brothers)

- Garnish: Orange coin

Directions

1. Add all ingredients to a mixing glass with ice and stir until well chilled.

2. Strain into a chilled Nick & Nora glass pulled straight from the freezer.

3. Flame an orange coin over the top using a match then discard.

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