The Cocktail of the Week is adapted from the revised edition of my Complete Book of Mixed Drinks (HarperCollins, 2002).

I am suggesting at least one featured spirit for each cocktail. These choices are based on my objective evaluation and are not paid advertisements. Enjoy!

Anthony Dias Blue

Black Monday

This smooth and spicy 5-year-old Antigua rum has lovely mellow caramel, citrus and spice.

1 ounce English Harbour Rum
1 ounce black sambuca
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 ounce cherry brandy

Place all ingredients into a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake and strain into a cocktail glass.

Featured Spirit of the Week

English Harbour Aged Antigua Rum

Anthony Dias Blue's Complete Book of Mixed Drinks and Complete Book of Spirits are available from Amazon.com.