Drink of the Day: Lost in Thyme
Hope your day is starting out right for you. Just getting into this new week, I wanted to share something we started several months ago.
When I first introduced this cocktail back in November, it had yet to be named. We decided to have a contest to see who would come up with a catchy one that would best suit this drink. Thanks to bartender, Oscar Escobar from Sacramento, California for giving us that!
The Lost in Thyme is a whiskey sour-type beverage that is enhanced with the flavor of raspberry liqueur and given a slight fragrance of thyme. A great combination for a refreshing summertime beverage.
We used Topo White Moonshine whiskey distilled in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, when making the video. Sweet notes complimented with a peppery fudge undertone, and brought all together with a hint of vanilla, give this whiskey it’s character. When making a cocktail, one should want to bring these flavors out, getting rid of the bite of the whiskey itself. I think we accomplished just that. If this particular whiskey is not attainable in your area, don’t worry; just use a whiskey you enjoy.
I hope you enjoy the beverage. Once again, thanks Oscar for giving this a name. Cheers!
1 1/2 oz. White Whiskey
Juice of 1/2 Lemon
1/2 oz. Simple Syrup
1/4 oz. - 1/2 oz. Chambord
Sprig of Thyme
Wedge of Lemon
Method: Combine the first four ingredients in a mixing glass with ice. Cap with a tin and shake well. Strain into an old fashioned glass filled with ice. Place a sprig of thyme in the drink and a wedge of lemon on the rim of the glass for garnish.
This Day in History:
1932 - The body of Charles and Anne Lindbergh’s baby was found.
1970 - Mr. Cub, Ernie Banks hit his 500th home run.
2002 - Former US President, Jimmy Carter became the first US President, in or out of office, to visit Fidel Castro’s Cuba.
2012 - The World Expo opened in Yeosu, South Korea.
Notable Birthday:
English nurse, Florence Nightingale was born on this date in 1820.
Notable Quote:
“Just because you got the monkey off your back doesn’t mean the circus has left town.” - George Carlin
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