Famed New York publican Danny McDonald owns and runs some of Manhattan's most popular and successful bars. While throwing back pints of Guinness with him at his bar, Swift Hibernian Lounge, we heard him ask his lead bartender to try an experimental cocktail with Batch 22. He asked for a Collins glass with ice and two simple ingredients: Batch 22 and fresh-pressed green apple juice. When he ran the idea past us, we were skeptical, but when we tasted it, we were floored. This simple combination turns out to be one of the best aquavit cocktails we've ever had. Hats off to our friend Danny for this one.

Ingredients

• 2 oz. Batch 22
• 4-6 oz. Fresh-pressed green apple juice (a macerating juicer works best)

In a Collins glass with ice, combine Batch 22 and apple juice. Stir to chill.

Garnish with an apple peel twist.