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Lavender Vanilla Bourbon Cocktail
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Ingredients:
For the simple syrup:
1 cup water
3/4 cup honey
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 vanilla bean
3 tablespoons lavender
For the cocktail:
1 ounce of the above simple syrup
2-3 ounces of bourbon
1/2 a lime, squeezed
4 ounces ginger ale
ice and lime for serving
Directions:
Make your simple syrup:
In a small pot, combine the water, honey, and sugar. Stir over medium-high heat until the honey and sugar completely disintegrates. Add the vanilla bean (scraped insides and the pod as well) and lavender, stirring to submerge them into the liquid. Bring to a low boil for 10-15 minutes, then cover and remove from heat. Cool to room temperature. Strain the syrup, removing the vanilla bean pod and the lavender. Keep refrigerated in a covered bottle for up to a week.
Time to Drink:
Fill your glass with ice. Add the simple syrup, bourbon, lime juice, and ginger ale. Stir until well combined. Add a slice of lime for garnish and drink