Twilight Solace

Name: Twilight Solace
Total time: 2 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: cocktail
Ingredients: 2 oz whiskey; 1/2 oz elderflower liqueur; 1/2 oz homemade honeycitrus syrup; 2 dashes lavender bitters; 1 sprig thyme; For garnish orange peel twist

Comforting whiskey cocktail with herbal and citrus notes

AI Cocktail Info

Serving : 1 cocktail

ABV

25%*

Calories

180*

Net Carbs

10g*

Ingredients:

whiskey

elderflower liqueur

homemade honeycitrus syrup

lavender bitters

thyme

orange peel twist

AI Request:Whiskey based lockdown cocktail

*Estimated by AI - may vary

Instructions

The Twilight Solace cocktail is a comforting, deeply flavored drink designed to bring a sense of calm and enjoyment during extended periods indoors. Inspired by the classic old fashioned, this innovative concoction combines the warmth of whiskey with the soothing qualities of herbal and citrus notes, making it an ideal companion for quiet evenings at home. Serve it in a lowball glass to enhance its inviting aroma and rich taste. Ingredients: - 2 oz Whiskey (preferably a smooth, aged bourbon or rye) - 1/2 oz Elderflower Liqueur - 1/2 oz Homemade Honey-Citrus Syrup (equal parts honey, water, freshly squeezed orange, and lemon juice simmered and cooled) - 2 dashes of Lavender Bitters - A sprig of fresh thyme and an orange peel twist for garnish Instructions: 1. In a lowball glass, combine the whiskey, elderflower liqueur, honey-citrus syrup, and lavender bitters. 2. Fill the glass with ice cubes, preferably one large cube for slower dilution. 3. Stir the mixture gently for about 30 seconds to cool the drink and mix the flavors without diluting it too much. 4. Express the orange peel over the drink by twisting it to release its oils, then rim the glass with it before dropping it in. 5. Garnish with a fresh sprig of thyme for an aromatic finish. 6. Serve immediately, inviting the drinker to enjoy a moment of solitude or share the quiet company of close companions. The Twilight Solace is a testament to the beauty of taking time to slow down, savoring each sip as the world outside pauses. Its complex layers of flavor remind us of the depth and richness that introspective moments can offer.

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