Cranberry Rosemary Martini

🍁 Ingredients

• 2 oz (60 ml) Bourbon

• 1/2 oz (15 ml) Pure Maple Syrup

• 2 dashes Angostura Bitters

• 1 Orange Peel

• 1 Large Ice Cube

• Optional Garnish: Cinnamon stick or cherry

🔧 Tools You’ll Need

• Mixing glass

• Bar spoon

• Jigger

• Strainer

• Old Fashioned glass

🧊 Instructions

Step 1 (1 min):
In a mixing glass, combine bourbon, maple syrup, and bitters.

Step 2 (1 min):
Add ice and stir gently for 15–20 seconds until chilled and slightly diluted.

Step 3 (30s):
Strain into an Old Fashioned glass over a large ice cube.

Step 4 (30s):
Twist an orange peel over the drink to release the oils, then drop it in.

Step 5 (optional, 30s):
Add a cinnamon stick or cherry for a festive winter aroma.

⚠️ Tips & Notes

• Choose a quality bourbon—the flavor really shines here.

• Real maple syrup (not pancake syrup) gives a deep, natural sweetness.

• For extra warmth, lightly flame the orange peel before adding—it enhances the aroma beautifully.

• You can substitute rye whiskey for a spicier variation.