Return To The Root
Bartender Kalaway Voss created this impressive cocktail with layers of flavors that looks more intimidating to make than it is! Make the spiced syrup and vanilla cream ahead of time using the linked r...
Ingredients
Individual Cocktail
- Cinnamon sticks
- star anise
- 4 ounces apple cider
- 1.5 ounces Whiskey (such as Uncle Nearest)
- 0.5 ounces lemon juice
- fresh thyme sprigs
For a Party
- 75 ounces, roughly 3 bottles Whiskey
- 25 ounces fresh lemon juice
- 1 1/2 gallons apple cider
- Cinnamon sticks
- Star anise
- Fresh thyme sprigs
Preparation
Individual Cocktail
1. Soak cinnamon sticks and star anise in apple cider overnight. Combine all ingredients over ice and stir. Garnish with fresh thyme sprig and apple slice.
For a Party
(serves up to 30)
1. Combine all ingredients except thyme in a large punch bowl or pitcher with spigot (do not add ice!). For serving, ladle or pour over ice and garnish with a thyme sprig.
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