Autumn Fig Bourbon Bliss

Description: Embrace the comforting flavors of fall with the Autumn Fig Bourbon Bliss. This cocktail combines the warmth of bourbon with the rich, sweet notes of fig jam, brightened by a touch of citrus and the complexity of herbal bitters. It's the perfect drink to savor as the leaves change and the evenings grow crisp. Ingredients: - 2 oz Bourbon - 1 oz Fresh orange juice - 1/2 oz Lemon juice - 1 tbsp Fig jam - 1/2 oz Maple syrup - 2 dashes Angostura bitters - Orange peel (for garnish) - Sprig of thyme (for garnish) - Ice cubes Glass: Old Fashioned glass or rocks glass Instructions: 1. In a cocktail shaker, combine the bourbon, fresh orange juice, lemon juice, fig jam, maple syrup, and Angostura bitters. 2. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously until well chilled and the fig jam is fully integrated. 3. Strain the mixture into an Old Fashioned glass filled with fresh ice, ensuring that any fig seeds or large particles are removed. 4. Express the orange peel over the drink by gently squeezing it to release the oils, then rub the peel around the rim of the glass and drop it in. 5. Garnish with a sprig of thyme to add an aromatic herbal touch. 6. Serve immediately and enjoy the cozy, nuanced flavors of the season in this delightful bourbon fall cocktail.