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With a Twist
With a Twist John Wayne’s spirit(s) lives on
BY CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI
There’s more than meets the eye — or palate — with Duke Spirits, an artisan distiller crafting small batches of superior bourbon, rye, tequila and brandy.
The liquor company is an ode to actor John Wayne, who reportedly adored bourbon over other spirits. The goal of Duke Spirits is simple: to preserve John’s legacy and his dream to craft fi ne spirits, thanks to founders Ethan Wayne, the actor’s son, and vintner Chris Radomski.
Duke Spirit’s bourbon is inspired by rare bottles unearthed and preserved for over 50 years from John’s collection.
Its Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey was meticulously blended to match John’s preferred tasting notes. The spirit opens with subtle charred oak, roasted nuts, hints of vanilla, caramel and nutmeg. Mid-palate provides warm pepper spice and toasted nuts, fi nishing with a deeply satisfying robust sweetness in perfect combination.
Here, Duke Spirits shares two recipes with Lovin’ Life After 50 readers.
Ingredients
• 1-1/2 ounces Duke Bourbon • 3/4 ounces fresh bay leaf syrup • 3/4 ounces yuzu lemon blend • 3/4 ounces aquafaba • 2 dashes Elemakule Tiki Bitters
Directions
Dry shake ingredients, add ice and shake again. Strain into a small coupe. Place the cocktail under a glass cloche. Fill with cherrywood smoke (from smoking gun). Let sit for 30 seconds, then enjoy.
True Grit Boulevardier
Ingredients
• 1-1/2 ounces Duke Bourbon • 1 ounce Carpano Antica • 1 ounce Campania
Directions
Combine ingredients in a mixing glass. Stir and pour over ice. Garnish with an orange peel.
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