So, last year, I was looking for the taste of mulled wine and the scent of Christmas in a single, simple cocktail. After a little thought and a little bit of tinkering, I came up with what I was looking for: A Christmas Spirit.
- 2 oz ruby port
- 1 oz brandy
- 1 oz lemon
- 1/2 oz allspice dram
- 1/2 oz Cointreau
Combine and shake with a couple of ice cubes.
Garnish with a bruised sprig or rosemary.
Now listen closely… Don’t Skip the Rosemary! It’s more aromatic than taste, but it’s important to the final effect.
Many Thanks to Stephen Winick for the photos!
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