Paul Kushner
The Mistletoe Kiss Cocktail is a refreshing holiday drink, bringing together the crispness of vodka and the earthy sweetness of rosemary. This cocktail captures the festive spirit with a pop of cranberry color and a fragrant rosemary sprig, perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights by the fire.
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Servings: 1
Ingredients
- 2 ounces vodka
- 0.5 ounce lemon juice
- 0.5 ounce rosemary simple syrup
- Club soda to top
- Fresh cranberries for garnish
- 1 sprig of rosemary for garnish
Instructions
- In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine the vodka, lemon juice, and rosemary simple syrup.
- Cover and shake well until the ingredients are thoroughly chilled and mixed.
- Fill a rocks glass with ice, then strain the mixture from the shaker into the glass.
- Top with a splash of club soda for a bubbly finish.
- Garnish with a few fresh cranberries and place the rosemary sprig in the glass for a festive drink.
Notes
Pro Tips
- For extra rosemary flavor, muddle the rosemary sprig in the shaker before adding the other ingredients.
- Chill the glass in the freezer for a few minutes to keep your drink refreshingly cold.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less rosemary simple syrup to taste.
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Tasting Notes
The Mistletoe Kiss Cocktail is a balanced, refreshing cocktail with a hint of herbal sweetness from the rosemary and a tart finish from the lemon. The club soda adds a light, bubbly texture, and the cranberries and rosemary sprig give a holiday-ready presentation. Each sip is crisp and bright, perfect for the season.
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