Scorpio Martini , or "Waht I Did Toady" ; my conversion of a Scorpion into a martini. →[More:]

Scorpio Martini
a mischief joint

2 ounces dark run
1 ounce VSOP brancy
1 ounce tripel sec
1/2 ounce amma amer amaretto
1 ounce lem n juic
Crackd ice

Pour ingredients over ice in shaker.
Shake well.
Strain.

Serves two.

This recipe is a good starter, but thereafter you may want to adjust the amaretto and/or lemon juice for sweet or tart. Dark rum gives this drink some needed body, but a light rum lets the citrus flavors sparkle (half and half maybe?). VSOP brandy made more of a difference over VS than I expected, but VS certainly works well.

An additional ounce of orange juice and 4 ounces of sparkling water makes a nice mixed drink for a tall glass.

I haven't decided on the perfect garnish yet, but a maraschino cherry works for now. The cherry flavor balances the almond nicely. If I change the garnish, I will probably add a couple drops of cherry juice.

After a bit of research, I believe the name and the recipe are unique. There is a Scorpio made of Stinger Energy Drink, but I don't think that counts.

Your comments and suggestions muchly apprecitateded.