Cheesy Gold Horizon

The Cheesy Gold Horizon is an innovative cocktail designed to complement the rich, comforting notes of classic macaroni and cheese. Its savory undertones mesh beautifully with the creamy, cheesy pasta, while its crisp finish cleanses the palate, making each bite as delightful as the first. Glass: - Old Fashioned Glass Ingredients: - 2 oz bourbon (a sweet, corn-heavy variety works best) - 1 oz roasted red pepper-infused simple syrup - 1/2 oz lemon juice, freshly squeezed - 1/4 oz Parmesan cheese water (water infused with Parmesan rind for 24 hours) - 2 dashes of hot sauce - Freshly grated nutmeg - Garnish: mini macaroni and cheese ball rimmed with a mixture of ground Parmesan cheese and crushed pretzel Instructions: 1. Create the Parmesan cheese water by soaking a Parmesan rind in water, covered and refrigerated, for 24 hours. Strain and reserve the liquid. 2. For the roasted red pepper-infused simple syrup, blend roasted red peppers into a classic simple syrup and strain to remove any solids. Refrigerate until use. 3. In a mixing glass, combine bourbon, red pepper-infused simple syrup, lemon juice, Parmesan cheese water, and hot sauce. 4. Fill the glass with ice and stir the ingredients until well chilled. 5. Strain the mixture into the Old Fashioned Glass filled with a large ice cube. 6. Grate fresh nutmeg over the top for an aromatic garnish. 7. Prepare the garnish by rolling a small, chilled macaroni and cheese ball in a mixture of ground Parmesan cheese and finely crushed pretzels until coated. Skewer and rest the garnish on the rim of the glass. The Cheesy Gold Horizon is a bold exploration of flavor that marries the indulgence of macaroni and cheese with the world