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A classic cocktail toasts the season with a twist
People indulge just a little bit more when the holidays arrive . That may translate into enjoying an extra meal at a favorite neighborhood restaurant , buying one or two additional gifts to stash under the tree or hosting a gathering with close friends that stretches into the wee hours of the morning .
Some choose to indulge by sipping a cocktail
while watching the snowflakes fall . A whiskey sour is a classic that can be given a makeover with some ingredients that are tailor-made for the holiday season . In this recipe for “ Rosemary Cranberry Whiskey Sour ,” courtesy of the editors of American Lifestyle , fragrant and flavorful fruit and herbs blend well with the tartness of the drink .
Rosemary Cranberry Whiskey Sour
Serves 4
Rosemary Simple Syrup : 1 / 4 cup sugar 1 / 4 cup water 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary
Cocktail : 6 ounces whiskey 3 ounces sour mix 16 ounces cranberry juice Cranberries , for garnish Rosemary sprigs , for garnish
In a small pot over medium heat , whisk together the sugar , water and rosemary . Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes , creating a syrup . Remove from the heat , strain to remove the rosemary , and refrigerate .
Fill a shaker with ice , and pour in the whiskey , sour mix , simple syrup , and cranberry juice . Shake , and pour into ice-filled glasses . Garnish with cranberries and rosemary before serving .
Tip : This recipe is great without the whiskey , as a classy , adult “ zero proof ” drink . You can make a big batch as a lovely punch — leave some cranberries and rosemary on the side for garnish . n
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