Autumn Harvest Elixir

Description: A warm and inviting cocktail that captures the essence of fall without relying on apple flavors. The Autumn Harvest Elixir combines the rich, honeyed notes of mead with the deep, earthy undertones of roasted butternut squash and the subtle spice of fresh ginger. This cocktail is perfect for cozying up by the fireplace as the leaves turn golden. Ingredients: - 2 oz mead - 1 oz roasted butternut squash puree - 0.5 oz ginger liqueur - 0.5 oz fresh lemon juice - 0.25 oz maple syrup - Dash of cinnamon - Dash of nutmeg - Garnish: Cinnamon stick and a thin slice of roasted butternut squash Instructions: 1. Roast a small butternut squash in the oven until tender, then puree until smooth. 2. In a cocktail shaker, combine 1 oz of the roasted butternut squash puree, mead, ginger liqueur, lemon juice, and maple syrup. 3. Add a dash of cinnamon and nutmeg. 4. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously. 5. Strain the mixture into a chilled coupe glass. 6. Garnish with a cinnamon stick and a thin slice of roasted butternut squash. Glass: Coupe glass