![]() This recipe is written to use sparkling apple cider, the kind that comes in a glass bottle, not the other apple cider, which is like an unfiltered apple juice. For anyone who would rather have a basil beverage, might I suggest this strawberry and ginger soju cocktail? I probably wouldn’t try to replace the rosemary with basil. Highly recommend trying it with, though!Īlternatively, subbing out the rosemary for some thyme sounds like it would be a tasty move, if that’s more enticing to you. I get it if adding rosemary is a little too out there for you you can always omit it from the drink if you want to. This topping doesn’t affect the drink’s flavor whatsoever, though you do get a little post-drink apple snack. Top off with sparkling apple cider, then garnish with a sprig of rosemary and a few slices of apple. I’m not a pro bartender, so go look up some bartending videos if you need shake style ideas and tips.Īdd fresh ice to a tall glass (you want it to be fresh ice that hasn’t already been broken down by the shaking, which will melt into the final beverage too quickly). This is important for adding air into the drink, which makes the drink taste lighter and smoother. Pop on the lid, and shake until the outside of the container is cold. It’s important to use big ice cubes here so that they don’t melt down too much or too quickly while you’re shaking the cocktail. Sometimes you need a cocktail now though, and should that be your situation, skip this step.Ī scoop or two of ice goes into the cocktail canister. If you have a little extra time, you can and let the vodka and rosemary hang out together to let the rosemary infuse into the alcohol. Pour the vodka, water, vanilla and salt into the muddled rosemary. The rosemary gets strained out before the drink is served, so the flavor won’t be as pronounced as it smells. Make sure to muddle the rosemary until the scent is almost overwhelming. It’s a pretty hearty herb, so don’t be afraid to use a little more aggression than you would with a more fragile, delicate herb (ie basil or mint). Add the rosemary sprigs to whichever container you’re using to make your cocktail in, and use your muddler to smush down the rosemary. How to Makeįirst order of business: muddle the rosemary. ![]() If you don’t have a muddler, the bottom of a wooden spoon or the flat handle of a rolling pin does the job. ![]() If you don’t have a cocktail shaker, then a jam jar with a tight fitting lid works. Obviously you can use it if you do have it, but not necessary. There’s no need for a whole bar set to make this drink. The bubbly texture also makes the drink feel super festive for the holidays! Equipment All of the sugar in this drink comes from the sparkling apple cider, so there’s no need to make a simple syrup or muddle a sugar cube. In case you’ve never had it, sparkling apple cider is basically fizzy apple juice. SaltĪt this point, I add a pinch of salt into any beverage I’m making, whether it be wintermelon milk tea or melon ice cream and soju cocktails.Ī bit of salt bring out the other flavors, similar to how you would use it to season your cooking or make your baked goods pop. It almost adds a sweet vibe, since we’re so used to vanilla in baked goods and sweets, without any extra sugar. If I wanted that, I would just take a shot instead. The water might seem like a bad move – who wants a diluted cocktail? However, I’ve found that adding a bit of water to shaken drinks smooths out any sharp edges of the liquor. That being said, other options are down below in the substitutions section. Vodka is an easy choice for me here, since its fairly neutral flavor lets everything else shine. ![]() Plus, did I mention how big the rosemary bush is at my parent’s house? Vodka Speaking of sparkling coffee, this almond flavored version is a delicious pick me up.Īnyways, I like the woodsy vibes that the rosemary brings, and keeps the drink from tasting like boozy sparkling apple cider. I’m that person ordering sparkling coffee scented with rosemary and orange at the coffee shop, so it was only a matter of time before I added it to a cocktail. This might seem a little unusual for you depending on how adventurous you are with your beverages. This sparkling apple cider cocktail is flavored with a little bit of rosemary and vanilla, for a fun wintery cocktail! Ingredients Rosemary
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