Earlier this year I met Rachel Even, founder of Garden of Eten, a line of local, small batch holistic goodies. She created Elderberry Syrup, an all natural product that assists with gut health, seasonal allergies, and overall well being. When I was tasted her product my first thought was how perfect it would be in a cocktail. Taste good, good for me and mixes perfectly in a cocktail!

INGREDIENTS

2 ounces Kentucky Bourbon

1 ounce Garden of Eten Elderberry Syrup

Juice of half of a lemon

Ginger beer

Ice

Lemon slice, for garnish

Rosemary sprigs, for garnish

Thyme sprigs, for garish

DIRECTIONS

1. Fill a cocktail pitcher with bourbon or vodka, elderberry syrup, lemon juice, stir until chilled.

2. Drain cocktail in to ice filled glass, garnish with lemon wheels and herbs. Cheers.

   Yields: 1 cocktail

   Serve with Mushroom and Sausage Puff Ups for a perfect happy hour combination