When you’re in the mood for a delicious twist on the classic Old Fashioned cocktail, our Brown Sugar Rosemary Old Fashioned is a true crowd pleaser. Starting with the simple syrup we create in our very own cafes for the Brown Sugar Rosemary latte, your house will fill with the scent of rosemary and caramelized sugars. A dash of coffee, a few shots of whiskey, a bit of bitters and you’re done! The best part is, the morning after festivities, you’ll have an amazing simple syrup ready for your morning brew.
Combine sugar and water in pot, bring to boil while stirring continuously
Reduce to a simmer, add rosemary
After 3 minutes at a simmer, remove from heat
Remove rosemary, strain syrup if necessary
Stir in vanilla and salt
Use or refrigerate. Refrigerated syrup lasts 10 days.
Brown Sugar Rosemary Old Fashioned
Add ice to a mixing glass or drink shaker
Add 2 oz of whiskey
Add 1 oz of Brown-Sugar Rosemary Syrup
Add 1 oz of Cold Brew
Add 2 dashes of Bitters
Stir vigorously
Strain and pour into glass, over ice
Garnish with a sprig of rosemary and serve
Recipe Note
For a caffeine-free version, simply do not add the cold brew. The drink will present as more herbaceous and slightly sweeter, but still delicious as ever.