Yuletide Old Fashioned

Description: Add a festive twist to the classic Old Fashioned with cozy, seasonal flavors that capture the essence of the holidays. This cocktail combines the warmth of bourbon with the spicy, aromatic notes of gingerbread, enriched by a hint of cranberry and orange. It’s perfect for enjoying by the fireplace on a chilly winter evening. Ingredients: - 2 oz bourbon - 0.5 oz homemade gingerbread syrup (made with molasses, fresh ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg) - 2 dashes cranberry bitters - 1 dash orange bitters - Orange twist and a sprig of rosemary for garnish - Crystallized ginger and fresh cranberries, for optional garnish Instructions: 1. In an Old Fashioned glass, combine the gingerbread syrup, cranberry bitters, and orange bitters. 2. Add the bourbon and stir gently to mix the flavors. 3. Fill the glass with a large ice cube. 4. Express the oil of a fresh orange twist over the top and drop it into the glass. 5. Garnish with a sprig of rosemary and, if desired, accessorize with a stick of crystallized ginger and a couple of fresh cranberries skewered together for a festive touch. Glassware: Old Fashioned glass