Obedience School
Rye Whiskey, Aquavit, Cocchi Americano, China China, Pineau des Charentes, Pear Liqueur, Rhubarb Bitters
Bartender Brittany Jones of The Jasper | Richmond, VA
Yield: 1 cocktail
Adapted by StarChefs | January 2026 | Photo: Will Blunt
INGREDIENTS
1½ ounces rye whiskey
½ ounce aquavit
¾ ounce Cocchi Americano aperitif
¼ ounce China China liqueur
¼ ounce Pineau des Charentes liqueur
½ ounce St. George spiced pear liqueur
1 dash rhubarb bitters
3 drops saline solution
METHOD
In a mixing glass with ice, combine all ingredients. Stir until chilled. Strain into a rocks glass with 1 large ice cube. Express an orange twist over top and discard.
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