Rose infused simple syrup gives a unique twist to this Rose Bud Cocktail. A perfect drink to serve for Valentines Day or anytime you want to celebrate the loves of your life. Made with a combination of gin, Lillet Blanc, simple syrup, benedictine and orange bitters this cocktail will warm your heart and may make you blush too.
INGREDIENTS
Drink
2 ounces gin
1/2 ounce Lillet Blanc
1/2 ounce Rose Infused Simple Syrup
1/4 ounce Benedictine
4 drops Orange Bitters
Rose Infused Simple Syrup
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon dried rose buds (natural)
DIRECTIONS
- In a medium saucepan, add sugar, water and dried roses, bring to boil a rolling boil for 2 minutes. Cool and reserve in a glass jar.
- Add ice to cocktail mixing glass, add in gin, Lillet Blanc, simple syrup, Benedictine and 4 drops of orange bitters.
- Serve in a coupe glass and garnish with dried rose bud.
Yield: 1 Cocktail