Howlin' Wolf's Pink Lemonade Blues

Dive into a symphony of flavors with "Howlin' Wolf's Pink Lemonade Blues", a cocktail that harmonizes the boldness of blues with the delightful freshness of a garden in bloom. Inspired by the legendary Howlin' Wolf and his soul-stirring blues, this drink captures the essence of a lazy, sun-kissed afternoon spent listening to vinyl records, with a twist of sophistication and a burst of colorful flavors. Served in a highball glass, it's the perfect refreshment to elevate any occasion. **Ingredients:** - 1 oz Prohibition Spirits Lemon Spritz Apéro Americano (for that bitter lemon Aperol spark with a hint of mustard grass) - 1 oz Prohibition Spirits Pink Gin (infused with the lively notes of citrus and hibiscus) - 0.5 oz Sonoma Syrup Co. Lavender Simple Syrup (to add a touch of floral sweetness) - FeverTree Indian Tonic Water (to top off and bring everything together with its fine bubbles) - Ice cubes - Garnish: A sprig of fresh lavender and a thin lemon wheel **Instructions:** 1. In a highball glass filled with ice, combine 1 oz of Prohibition Spirits Lemon Spritz Apéro Americano and 1 oz of Prohibition Spirits Pink Gin. 2. Add 0.5 oz of Sonoma Syrup Co. Lavender Simple Syrup to the mix, stirring gently to combine the flavors. 3. Slowly top the glass with FeverTree Indian Tonic Water, filling to the brim. 4. Stir the cocktail lightly to ensure the mixture is well combined, allowing the effervescence of the tonic to blend seamlessly with the other ingredients. 5. Garnish with a sprig of fresh lavender, resting it atop the ice, and place a thin wheel of lemon on the rim of the glass for a citrusy aroma and a pop of color. Howlin' Wolf's Pink Lemonade Blues is a cocktail that tells a story, a blend that sings with the depth of blues and the light-heartedness of a spring day. Each sip is a journey – from the earthy bitterness of the Lemon Spritz Apéro Americano to the floral notes of Pink Gin, balanced perfectly with the sweetness of lavender syrup and the crisp tonic water. It's more than just a drink; it's a tribute to the rich, soulful melodies of Howlin' Wolf, designed to be savored as each note of blues carries you away.