Looking for a mocktail option? No worries, we’ve got you covered! Create a gorgeous and equally delicious mocktail simply by using club soda instead of bourbon. Cheers to a new season, a new cocktail or mocktail for everyone to enjoy, and of course, to gorgeous Sunkist® lemons!
Smoked Bourbon Lemon Rosemary Cocktail *Mocktail friendly*
By Christine Fiorentino | @christinefiorentino_
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
Smoked Bourbon Lemon Rosemary Cocktail *Mocktail friendly*
By Christine Fiorentino | @christinefiorentino_
Spiced Rosemary Syrup
Directions
- Add ¼ cup water, turbinado sugar, rosemary, cinnamon, cardamom, star anise, and Sunkist® lemon peel to a small skillet.
- Bring to a boil, then immediately reduce to low heat and simmer until sugar has dissolved, about 5 minutes, stirring periodically.
- Remove pan from heat and add vanilla extract. Allow syrup to cool completely. Strain to remove herbs and spices. Transfer syrup to a mason jar or airtight container. You can make this ahead of time. Chill in the refrigerator until ready to use.
Smoke your glass
Directions
- Light one end of a cinnamon stick until it begins to smolder. Place rosemary sprig on fire-proof surface and cover with cocktail glass. Leave it to smoke while you prepare cocktail. When cocktail is ready for serving, flip over glass and pour cocktail. Discard rosemary sprig.
Cocktail/Mocktail
Directions
- Add bourbon, Sunkist® lemon juice, Spiced Rosemary Syrup, and bitters to a large cocktail shaker. Top with ice to nearly fill. Cover and shake vigorously for 15 seconds. If opting for a mocktail, stir rather than shake.
- Flip smoked glass upright. Fill with ice. Strain bourbon mixture into glass. Garnish with rosemary sprig. Tuck Sunkist® lemon slice into glass, or perch on rim. Serve chilled immediately.