Grand Royal Hotel

This is an unusual drink that combines rum, creme de cacao and light rum. The recipe for the Grand Hotel in the New American Bartender's Guide lists Grand Marnier as the orange spirit. Royal Combier is a similar cognac and orange spirit that also includes some complex exotic spices that distinguish it from Grand Marnier. Combier is less sweet, which is fine, and the spice notes match the flavor that this rum drink is going for: chocolate, orange, lemon and baking spice.

• 2 oz. light rum (Flor de Cana extra seco used)
• 1/2 oz. Royal Combier
• 1/2 oz. white creme de cacao
• 1/2 oz. lemon juice

Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice. Shake and double strain into a chilled cocktail glass.