Strip the leaves from the rosemary stem and place them in a small jar or glass.
Pour the bourbon over the rosemary leaves.
Allow the bourbon to infuse for at least 30 minutes. For a stronger rosemary flavor, you can let it infuse for up to 24 hours in the refrigerator.
Mix the Cocktail:
In a cocktail shaker, combine the rosemary-infused bourbon (strained), lemonade, egg white, and bitters.
Dry shake (shake without ice) vigorously for about 15 seconds. This helps to create a frothy texture from the egg white.
Add Ice and Shake Again:
Add a handful of ice to the shaker.
Shake again vigorously until the mixture is well chilled, about another 15 seconds.
Serve:
Strain the mixture into a chilled glass. You can use a fine mesh strainer to ensure no ice or rosemary bits make it into the glass.
Optionally, garnish with a small sprig of rosemary or a twist of lemon peel to enhance the presentation.
Enjoy:
Your Rosemary Bourbon Lemonade is ready! The herbal notes of the rosemary, combined with the richness of bourbon and the tanginess of lemonade, create a delightful spring cocktail.
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