Sparkling Whiskey with Lavender Orange Syrup
Servings: 1
Ingredients
- 4 ounces sparkling rosé or Prosecco
- 1 ounce whiskey
- ½ ounce lavender orange syrup, (see below for recipe), or more to taste
for the Lavender Orange Syrup
- 1 cup water
- 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
- 1 cup sugar
- 5 lavender branches
Instructions
- In a glass, pour the whiskey over one large ice cube (or three to four small ice cubes). Top with the sparkling rose and lavender orange syrup. Gently stir.
for the Lavender Orange Syrup
- In a small pan, bring the water, juice and sugar to a boil, stirring occasionally.
- Remove the pan from the heat and add the lavender.
- Steep the lavender for five minutes.
- Strain the syrup through a sieve into bowl. Store the syrup in the fridge in an airtight container.
Notes
Prosecco and sparkling rosé are the bubble options in this drink. I could not make up my mind which I preferred because my mood (and food) at the moment dictates what sounds good. Both are tasty. However, if you are not a fan of rosé, like my husband, then opt for the Prosecco.