Cranberry Rosemary Cocktail

Sprigs of rosemary infuse this festive cocktail with fresh, herby flavor.

Ingredients

For the Rosemary Simple Syrup:

• ½ cup water
• ½ cup sugar
• 2–3 sprigs fresh rosemary

For the Cocktail:

• 1.5 oz vodka
• 1 oz rosemary simple syrup
• 2 oz unsweetened cranberry juice
• Splash of soda water
• Ice cubes
• Fresh cranberries and rosemary sprig (for garnish, optional)

Instructions

1. In a small sauce pan, combine water and sugar. Bring to a boil and stir to dissolve sugar. Remove from heat and add sprigs rosemary. Let it steep and infuse for 30 min. This rosemary simple syrup can be refrigerated for 5 days.
2. In a lowball glass filled with ice, combine vodka, rosemary syrup, and cranberry juice. Add a splash of soda water, stir gently, and garnish with fresh cranberries and rosemary.