Rye Cascade

Negroni & Riffs • December 16, 2025

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A photo of the Rye Cascade cocktail containing Willett Family Estate Bottled 4 Year Rye, Campari Aperitivo, LEJAY LAGOUTE Crème de Cassis, Angostura Orange Bitters in a Coupe.

Curiada Ingredients

2.00 fl oz Willett Family Estate Bottled 4 Year Rye or alternative
0.50 fl oz Campari Aperitivo or alternative
0.25 fl oz LEJAY LAGOUTE Crème de Cassis or alternative
2.00 dash Angostura Orange Bitters or alternative

Directions

Chill coupe glass
Add all ingredients to mixing glass
Add ice to mixing glass
Stir well until chilled
Strain into chilled coupe glass
Express orange zest twist over drink and drop into glass

Cocktail Description

The Rye Cascade is a sophisticated symphony of bold rye whiskey and bitter-sweet liqueurs that delivers a perfectly balanced drinking experience.

This striking crimson cocktail offers a complex flavor profile where the spicy, peppery notes of Rittenhouse Rye form a robust foundation, while Campari contributes its signature bittersweet orange character. The black currant richness from Crème de Cassis adds a luscious dark fruit dimension that softens the edges, with orange bitters tying everything together. Easy to prepare with a simple stirring technique, the Rye Cascade makes an excellent choice for cool autumn evenings or as a pre-dinner aperitif when you want something with more backbone than a typical spritz. The cocktail pairs wonderfully with savory appetizers like aged cheeses, charcuterie, or anything featuring mushrooms—the fruity undertones complement these foods while the whiskey and bitter components cut through richness.