Maple Rose: A Bourbon Cocktail

Name: Maple Rose: A Bourbon Cocktail
Yield: 10
Cuisine: American

Recipe: Ivan Fontana , Death & Taxes , Reno, NV

Photo: Sadie Bonnette

February 12, 2021

Rosemary-infused maple syrup adds an herbal depth to this warming cocktail.

Rosemary-infused maple syrup adds an herbal depth to this bourbon cocktail from Death & Taxes in Reno, Nevada.

Ingredients

1½ oz. bourbon
½ oz. bianco vermouth
½ oz. fresh lemon juice
¾ oz. rosemary maple syrup

Tools:shaker, strainer, fine strainer
Glass:Nick & Nora
Garnish:rosemary sprig

Preparation

Add all of the ingredients to a shaker with ice and shake vigorously. Double-strain into a chilled glass, then garnish.

Rosemary Maple Syrup: Measure out 15 grams of rosemary stripped from the stems into a fine strainer and submerge in boiling water for 40 seconds to blanche, then immediately submerge in ice water for 5 minutes. Blend the rosemary with 500 milliliters of maple syrup on high for 3 to 5 minutes, then strain through a chinois or fine strainer and bottle for use. Keeps refrigerated for up to 1 month.