It was a balmy summer evening, and the soft glow of twilight bathed the spacious backyard of Greg's suburban home. Greg, an avid enthusiast of mixology, had invited a few close friends over for a post-dinner gathering. As the group settled into comfortable chairs arranged around a flickering fire pit, Greg decided it was the perfect time to unveil his latest creation – the Adoni cocktail.

With a flourish, Greg produced a gleaming mixing glass and began assembling the ingredients for the Adoni. He carefully measured out the fino sherry, its delicate aroma filling the air with hints of almonds and sea breeze. Next, he added a splash of sweet vermouth, its velvety sweetness complementing the nutty undertones of the sherry.

As he reached for the bottle of orange bitters, Greg couldn't help but smile at the memory of the first time he had discovered this essential cocktail ingredient. It had been during a trip to a bustling market in Spain, where he had stumbled upon a small artisanal shop specializing in bitters of all kinds. Intrigued by the vibrant orange hue of the bottle, Greg had purchased a bottle on a whim, never suspecting it would become a staple in his home bar.

With a steady hand, Greg added a few dashes of the bitters to the mix, watching as they swirled and mingled with the other ingredients, imparting their bright citrusy flavor to the cocktail. He then placed a handful of ice cubes into the mixing glass and began to stir, the sound of metal against glass echoing softly in the stillness of the evening.

As he worked, Greg couldn't help but feel a sense of anticipation building within him. There was something special about crafting cocktails for friends, about the alchemy of mixing ingredients together to create something greater than the sum of its parts.

Once satisfied with the chill of the mixture, Greg strained it into elegant cocktail coupes, the liquid shimmering in the firelight. With a deft hand, he peeled a strip of orange zest, twisting it over each glass to release its fragrant oils before dropping it in as a garnish.

Handing out the drinks to his eager guests, Greg couldn't help but feel a swell of pride at their reactions. Their eyes lit up with delight as they took their first sips of the Adoni, their taste buds awakening to the complex interplay of flavors.

And so, surrounded by good friends and good drinks, the evening stretched out before them, promising laughter, conversation, and the warmth of camaraderie as they basked in the glow of the fire.