Winter Starlight

Description: The Winter Starlight is a festive and simple cocktail designed to bring the warmth and joy of the holidays to your glass. Featuring the rich, complex notes of dark rum paired with the bright citrus of orange and the sweetness of honey, this cocktail is both easy to make and delightful to sip. A dash of bitters balances the sweetness and adds depth, while the sparkling water gives it a refreshing effervescence. Garnished with a cinnamon stick and an orange twist, this drink not only tastes delicious but also fills the air with the scents of Christmas. Ingredients: - 60 ml dark rum - 15 ml fresh orange juice - 15 ml honey syrup (equal parts honey and warm water mixed until honey is dissolved) - 2 dashes of Angostura bitters - Sparkling water to top up - Ice cubes - Cinnamon stick for garnish - Orange twist for garnish Glass: Serve in a highball glass. Instructions: 1. In a shaker, combine dark rum, fresh orange juice, honey syrup, and Angostura bitters with ice. 2. Shake well until the outside of the shaker feels cold. 3. Strain into a highball glass filled with ice. 4. Top up with sparkling water. 5. Stir gently to mix the layers. 6. Squeeze the oil from the orange twist over the drink and drop it in. 7. Garnish with a cinnamon stick to stir and impart a subtle spiced aroma. 8. Serve immediately and enjoy the holiday cheer.