Amber is found in the natural world as a resin that can be extracted from trees, so our cocktail takes direct inspiration from this organic element by using another tree-extracted ingredient—maple syrup—to infuse the drink with a sweet woodsy richness.

This is balanced by a strong backbone of barrel proof American rye whiskey, which has the proof and spice to stand up to the sweetness of the syrup, as well as an herbal undertone that matches perfectly with amber’s organic associations. Amaro Nonino adds more earthy richness, with notes of caramel, cinnamon and allspice. Meanwhile Peychaud’s bitters and Herbsaint give the drink even more herbal lift. In the glass the cocktail radiates with amber vitality, reflecting brown and orange light in equal measure. Rich, deep, and herbal in flavor.