The Suffering Bastard was created in Egypt at the Shepheard's Hotel. Bartender Joe Scialom who was looking to make a hangover drink for allied troops.
Fill a old fashioned glass with ice and leave to chill.
Pour cognac, gin and lime juice into the glass.
Add the aromatic bitters.
Top off with ginger beer and add more ice if necessary.
Garnish with a sprig of mint of orange wheel.