Behind the Backbar at Chicago’s Scofflaw
In this round of “Anatomy of a Backbar,” Scofflaw’s Danny Shapiro curates a collection of gin that highlights the dizzying array of styles available today.
- story: Zachary Sussman
- photo: Christie LaMountain
Weathered Axe
Though it may seem like a breezy summer cocktail with its inclusion of citrusy Combier and herbal-sweet Cocchi Americano, the Weathered Axe easily transitions into a cold weather drink with…
Brockton Navy
The Brockton Navy places Old Tom gin alongside bittersweet Amargo-Vallet liqueur, then balances those contrasting flavors with lemon and orgeat, for sweetness.
First of Four
In this twist on the Aviation, bitter, gentian root-based Avèze liqueur is used in place of maraschino.
