Those who prefer drinking their dessert will love this Salted Pecan cocktail. It was inspired by the decadent fudge I make every winter, studded with white chocolate, pecans, sea salt, and caramel. Rum, white chocolate syrup, and bitters come together in the drink, making it the perfect after-dinner treat.
Ingredients
21⁄2 ounces rum
1⁄2 ounce praline pecan liqueur
1⁄4 ounce white chocolate syrup, such as Monin
4 dashes aromatic bitters
Salt, to taste
Directions
Combine all ingredients except salt and garnish in a mixing glass.
Stir to combine, and then strain into a rocks glass over one large ice cube.
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