Autumnal Maple Whisper

Description: Embrace the cozy and crisp sensations of fall with the Autumnal Maple Whisper. This cocktail marries the smooth notes of Maker’s Mark Private Select with a hint of herbaceous freshness, capturing the essence of the season in every sip. Maple syrup and fresh thyme provide a warming aromatic base, while a splash of apple cider invokes the nostalgic charm of autumn harvests. Ingredients: - 2 oz Maker's Mark Private Select - 0.75 oz pure maple syrup - 1 oz fresh apple cider - 0.5 oz freshly squeezed lemon juice - 2 dashes of Angostura bitters - A small handful of fresh thyme leaves - Thyme sprig for garnish Instructions: 1. Lightly muddle the fresh thyme leaves in the bottom of a shaker to release their essential oils. 2. Add Maker's Mark Private Select, maple syrup, apple cider, lemon juice, and bitters into the shaker. 3. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously until well-chilled. 4. Double strain the mixture into a chilled rocks glass over a large ice cube. 5. Garnish with a fresh thyme sprig, gently slapped to release its aroma. Glass: Rocks glass