Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
The Fra’ Bastiano is a cocktail created by Matteo Zed and featured in his book The Big Book of Amaro. Inspired by the legendary Gold Rush, this drink pays tribute to the late Sasha Petraske, the visionary founder of the iconic New York cocktail bar Milk & Honey and one of the most influential figures in the modern cocktail movement.
According to Matteo Zed, the original inspiration comes from the Gold Rush created by bartender T.J. Siegal at Milk & Honey—a beautifully simple combination of bourbon, honey, and fresh lemon juice. The Fra’ Bastiano builds on that foundation by introducing Amaro Montenegro and ginger, creating a cocktail with greater depth, complexity, and a bittersweet Italian character.
For my version, I’ve taken the recipe one step further and swapped the bourbon for a rye whisky, adding a spicier profile that works beautifully with the herbal notes of Amaro Montenegro, the richness of honey, and the brightness of fresh lemon juice.
In this video, I’ll show you exactly how to make the Fra’ Bastiano, share my tasting notes, and explain why this modern amaro cocktail deserves a place in every bartender’s and home mixologist’s repertoire.
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VIDEO CHAPTERS:
0:00 Intro
0:56 The Amaro Books
2:59 The Ingredients
5:40 The Cocktail Recipe
10:16 The Taste
FRA' BASTIANO
- 45 ml / 1.5 oz Rye Whisky
- 22.5 ml / 0.75 oz Amaro Montenegro
- 22.5 ml / 0.75 oz Fresh Lemon Juice
- 22.5 ml / 0.75 oz Honey Syrup
- 7.5 ml / 0.25 oz Ginger Liqueur
- 20 drops of Angostura Aromatic Bitters (i used 20 dashes)
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The Fra’ Bastiano is a cocktail created by Matteo Zed and featured in his book The Big Book of Amaro. Inspired by the legendary Gold Rush, this drink pays tribute to the late Sasha Petraske, the visionary founder of the iconic New York cocktail bar Milk & Honey and one of the most influential figures in the modern cocktail movement.
According to Matteo Zed, the original inspiration comes from the Gold Rush created by bartender T.J. Siegal at Milk & Honey—a beautifully simple combination of bourbon, honey, and fresh lemon juice. The Fra’ Bastiano builds on that foundation by introducing Amaro Montenegro and ginger, creating a cocktail with greater depth, complexity, and a bittersweet Italian character.
For my version, I’ve taken the recipe one step further and swapped the bourbon for a rye whisky, adding a spicier profile that works beautifully with the herbal notes of Amaro Montenegro, the richness of honey, and the brightness of fresh lemon juice.
In this video, I’ll show you exactly how to make the Fra’ Bastiano, share my tasting notes, and explain why this modern amaro cocktail deserves a place in every bartender’s and home mixologist’s repertoire.
If you enjoy cocktail recipes, whiskey cocktails, amaro drinks, modern classics, and mixology techniques, make sure to subscribe for more cocktail inspiration, homemade ingredients, and bartending knowledge.
ORDER YOUR BOOKS:
The Big Book of Amaro - geni.us/IPfxno (paid link)
Amaro Book - geni.us/AXl72V (paid link)
👉 Join The Bartender's Lounge - skool.com/just-shake-or-stir-7101
👉 Support me on Patreon - patreon.com/moodybartender
MY BAR TOOLS
🔶 Multi Measurement Jigger [UK] - amzn.to/3kLKwib (paid link)
🔶 Multi Measurement Jigger [US] - amzn.to/3bhAfa8 (paid link)
🔶 Tattoo Boston Shaker: amzn.to/3az52hm (paid link)
🔶 Tattoo Jigger: amzn.to/2O5eLo1(paid link)
🔶 Tattoo Bar Spoon: amzn.to/36JgeXE (paid link)
🔶 Tattoo Strainer: amzn.to/3tnTVQR (paid link)
MY CAMERA GEAR:
🔶 Sony A6700 - amzn.to/480MB2R (paid link)
🔶 Sony ZV-10 - geni.us/0bFG
🔶 Viltrox AF 15/1.7 E - amzn.to/4oLJyT6 (paid link)
🔶 Viltrox AF 23/1.4 E - amzn.to/3X4fNkn (paid link)
🔶 DJI Mic - geni.us/292SI
🔶 ULANZI - geni.us/nMPq9o4
LIGHTING GEAR
🔶 GODOX SL60 - geni.us/MH4d0xI
🔶 LitONES Led Lights - geni.us/wqWwH
🔶 OCTAGON SOFTBOX - geni.us/uM9Egh1
🔶 LANTERN SOFTBOX - geni.us/iXR2mDT
DISCLAIMER:
As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases and get commissions for purchases made through links in this post.
VIDEO CHAPTERS:
0:00 Intro
0:56 The Amaro Books
2:59 The Ingredients
5:40 The Cocktail Recipe
10:16 The Taste
FRA' BASTIANO
- 45 ml / 1.5 oz Rye Whisky
- 22.5 ml / 0.75 oz Amaro Montenegro
- 22.5 ml / 0.75 oz Fresh Lemon Juice
- 22.5 ml / 0.75 oz Honey Syrup
- 7.5 ml / 0.25 oz Ginger Liqueur
- 20 drops of Angostura Aromatic Bitters (i used 20 dashes)
🔶 Website: justshakeorstir.com
#cocktails #bartender #mixology
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