Chamomile Whisky Sour
Chamomile Honey Whisky Sour in your hand, dance on your palate between sunshine and spice. Sun-kissed chamomile flowers steep in simmering water, releasing their soothing floral essence. This golden elixir then waltzes with bold whiskey, a touch of tart lemon, and a hint of sweetness from your honey, weaving a spell that transcends the ordinary.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/3 cup dried chamomile flowers or ½ cup if using fresh
- 2 oz. whiskey choose one that complements the chamomile; a peaty or smoky variety
- 1 oz. chamomile simple syrup
- 1 oz. fresh lemon juice
- 1 oz. honey
- Ice
- Optional: Chamomile flowers for garnish
Instructions
- Make the chamomile syrup. Combine chamomile flowers and water in a saucepan, simmer for 10 minutes, then strain and add equal parts sugar. Stir until dissolved and cool. This is your chamomile simple syrup!
- In a small saucepan over medium/high heat, heat the water, sugar, and chamomile until it comes to a simmer.
- Stir to dissolve the sugar and continue simmering gently for 5 minutes, reduce heat and let simmer on low for an additional 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat, add in your honey, and stir to dissolve.
- Let the liquid cool. Lastly, strain into a jar (with an airtight lid) to thicken before making cocktail.
- To craft the cocktail: combine whiskey, syrup, and honey lemon juice in a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until chilled and frothy.
- Strain into a chilled glass. Garnish with a sprinkle of chamomile flowers honey comb stick or a honey lollipop.
Nutrition
Calories: 128kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g
Servings: 1 cocktail
Calories: 128kcal