Sunlit Orchard

Description: The Sunlit Orchard is a sweet and refreshing cocktail that captures the essence of a sun-drenched apple orchard. This drink combines the crisp and juicy flavors of apple with the floral notes of elderflower and a hint of citrus. It's perfect for a sunny afternoon or a relaxing evening. Ingredients: - 1.5 oz apple vodka - 1 oz elderflower liqueur - 1 oz freshly squeezed lemon juice - 0.5 oz honey syrup (1:1 ratio of honey to hot water, cooled) - 2 oz sparkling apple cider - Thin apple slices and a sprig of fresh thyme for garnish Instructions: 1. In a shaker filled with ice, combine the apple vodka, elderflower liqueur, lemon juice, and honey syrup. 2. Shake well until chilled. 3. Strain the mixture into a chilled highball glass over fresh ice. 4. Top with sparkling apple cider. 5. Garnish with thin apple slices and a sprig of fresh thyme. Glass: Highball glass