The Pre-June 23rd*
*June 23rd is when Justin’s pregnant wife will get to drink the hard stuff again.
Ingredients
- 1/2 floz grade B maple syrup
- 1/2 floz raspberry syrup
- 3/4 floz lemon juice
- 1 floz Earl Grey tea, brewed strong, then cooled
- 1 splash Salud! Aromatic Bitters
- 1 sprig Mint
Instructions
For the raspberry syrup
- Slowly simmer (as low as possible) equal parts, by weight, of fresh raspberries, granulated white sugar and water until the berries are very tender—about 15–20 minutes.
- Strain the mixture very, very gently and slowly through a fine mesh strainer into a lidded jar (avoid pushing or smashing the berries through the strainer).
- Store in the fridge until ready to use.
For the drink
- Combine everything with crushed ice in a Collins glass and swizzle.
- Top with aromatic bitters splash and a mint sprig.