The Viking Funeral: Clayton Club’s Bold, Spicy Cocktail!
GARNISH GAMES 2024
CONTESTANT: Erik Sisco
RESTAURANT: Clayton Club
COCKTAIL: The Viking Funeral
Attention all cocktail connoisseurs! Join us on August 4th at Meow Wolf’s Convergence Station for the 6th Annual Garnish Games. Ten of Denver’s most talented bartenders are competing to create the most visually stunning garnish—and you can get in on the action! Try each of their cocktails at participating restaurants and bars leading up to the event, then cast your vote to advance six bartenders to the live finale. Come watch, taste, and see who takes home the winning title at Garnish Games 2024!
In this video, bartender Erik Sisco from Clayton Club in Denver shows us how to create a bold and evocative cocktail called The Viking Funeral. This cocktail draws inspiration from history, tradition, and a deep respect for the past, creating a drink that honors the legacy of those who came before.
To make this cocktail, you’ll need:
• 2 oz George Dickel 8-Year Bourbon
• 0.25 oz Italicus Rosolio Di Bergamotto
• 0.75 oz Fresh Lemon Juice
• 0.75 oz Fresno Chile Infused Honey Syrup
• 1 Spray of Lagavulin 16
Garnish: The Fresno chile, edible flowers, and smoked rosemary sprig engage your senses with their aromatic, flavorful, and visual appeal.
Inspiration: Erik’s garnish is inspired by a deep love of history and a profound reverence for those who came before. The garnish, much like “The Viking Funeral,” is a tribute that honors the past with a nod to tradition and respect, creating a memorable and meaningful experience.
The 6th Annual Garnish Games is a bartending competition in Denver presented by DiningOut Magazine and Diageo Brand Spirits, culminating with a live finale on August 4th, 2024, at Meow Wolf Convergence Station.