Tony’s Best Friend

The Largesse of the Sea Maiden, is a wonderful, bittersweet farewell.  Inspiration for this drink comes from the piece titled Memorial, where our narrator wonders how he can be considered Tony’s best friend because he hardly knew him.  Tony, recently deceased, possibly Greek, defintiely a painter, is answering no more questions.  Mr. Johnson, with few words, again leaves much for us to consider.

Tony's Best Friend

2 oz Metaxa
1 Barspoon Ouzo 
1 Sugar Cube
Lemon Peel for Garnish

Saturate sugar cube with Ouzo at the bottom of a glass.
Muddle until sugar dissolves. Add Metaxa. Stir. Add ice, stir until chilled.
Twist lemon over the drink and drop peel into the glass.