Ingredients

The following ingredients have 5 Servings
  • 3 sprigs ofs rosemary, large
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 1/2 ounces bourbon
  • 1 ounce fresh lemon juice
  • 3/4 ounce rosemary simple syrup
  • ice cubes, for shaking and serving
  • sprigs of rosemary, for garnish (optional)

Instruction

  • To Make the Rosemary Simple Syrup: Place rosemary on cutting board and gently hit sprigs with back of knife to release their flavor and aroma. Transfer rosemary to small saucepot; stir in sugar and water. Cook over medium heat 4 to 6 minutes or until sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat; let stand 10 minutes. Transfer to jar or container and refrigerate until completely cool, or up to 5 days. Makes about ½ cup syrup. To Make the Cocktail: In cocktail shaker, combine bourbon, lemon juice, Rosemary Simple Syrup and ice; shake well. Serve over additional ice, garnished with rosemary sprig, if desired.