
This play on a Manhattan features the ultra complex, layered flavor of elderflower paired with bourbon infused with orange, star anise and pink peppercorns, evoking the homey flavors, aromas and essence of autumn.
Ingredients: (Makes 1 Drink)
2 oz Flash-Infused Autumn Bourbon (Recipe & Technique at How to Flash Infuse Alcohols)
1/2 oz Dry Vermouth
1/2 oz Elderflower Syrup
2 dashes Angostura Bitters or Scrappy’s Aromatic Bitters
Orange Twist
1 piece Star Anise
Directions:
1. Shake together all ingredients with ice.
2. Pour off ice into a martini glass.
3. Garnish with an orange twist and star anise.
Oh my. I have some St. Germain that I’ll have to use instead of the Elderflower Syrup, but I don’t think that’ll be a problem. This looks and sounds absolutely amazing! No I need to go look at that flash infusing thingy. Thanks for sharing this recipe!
November 7th, 2011 at 12:44 pm