Frosted Ember Elixir

Description: The Frosted Ember Elixir is a captivating cocktail that embodies the essence of duality and contrast. It marries the brisk chill of a winter morning with the inviting warmth of a crackling fire. This drink is a celebration of the season’s contradictions, offering a sensory journey from frosty to fiery. Crafted with seasonal winter products, it showcases the harmony between cold and hot, bitter and sweet. Ingredients: - 1.5 oz rye whiskey - 0.5 oz smoked maple syrup - 0.5 oz fresh blood orange juice - 0.25 oz cinnamon liqueur - 2 dashes aromatic bitters - A sprig of fresh rosemary - Orange peel for garnish - Cracked ice Instructions: 1. In a shaker, combine the rye whiskey, smoked maple syrup, blood orange juice, cinnamon liqueur, and aromatic bitters. 2. Add cracked ice and shake vigorously until well-chilled. 3. Double strain into a rocks glass over a large ice cube. 4. Lightly torch the rosemary sprig until it begins to smoke, then place it on top of the glass for aromatic garnish. 5. Express the oils of an orange peel over the top of the drink and drop it in for garnish. Glass: Rocks glass Experience the Frosted Ember Elixir, where the winter's chill mingles with a warming glow, capturing both the briskness of a snowy evening and the comfort of hearthside repose.