A delightful Fall drink that hinges on the affinity of Scotch and apples from Jeffrey Morgenthaler of Portland's Clyde Common Rich simple syrup, a spiced Amaro, and allspice complement the sweet and earthy apple and the tasty malt 1.75 oz Blended Scotch (note that the pictured version is a blend of blends with the honey/cereal grain Highland blend and a second that has hints of Sherry richness and a bit of peat) 1.5 oz Fresh Apple Cider (from your juicer or local orchard) .5 oz Averna (Amaro with notes of spice, orange peel) .25 oz Fresh Lemon Juice 1 tsp rich simple syrup (2:1) 1/2 tsp Allspice Liqueur 2 dashes Angostura Bitters Shake with ice, strain into chilled Old Fashioned glass with a large ice cube. Garnish with an orange twist