Black Currant Rosemary Cocktail (Print Version)

Tart black currant meets smooth bourbon with aromatic rosemary in this elegant five-minute cocktail perfect for any occasion.

# What You'll Need:

→ Spirits

01 - 2 fl oz barrel-aged bourbon

→ Fruit & Syrups

02 - 1 fl oz black currant liqueur
03 - 0.75 fl oz fresh lemon juice
04 - 0.5 fl oz simple syrup

→ Aromatics & Garnish

05 - 1 small rosemary sprig
06 - Black currants or lemon twist for garnish
07 - Ice cubes as needed

# How to Make It:

01 - Gently clap the rosemary sprig between your hands to release its essential oils and fragrance.
02 - Add the rosemary, bourbon, black currant liqueur, lemon juice, and simple syrup to a cocktail shaker.
03 - Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for 15 seconds until well chilled.
04 - Double strain the mixture into a chilled rocks glass filled with fresh ice.
05 - Top with a fresh rosemary sprig and garnish with black currants or a lemon twist if desired.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • The rosemary transforms what could be a one-note sweet drink into something herbaceous and complex that tastes like you know what you're doing.
  • It comes together in five minutes, so you can actually enjoy the ritual of making it instead of stressing about technique.
  • That deep burgundy color in the glass looks so elegant that even casual Friday nights feel a little more intentional.
02 -
  • Single-straining this drink will leave tiny ice shards that melt into the cocktail and water it down, so double-strain every time even if it feels fussy.
  • Clapping the rosemary isn't just for show—it actually opens up the aromatics so they don't just sit there mute in your drink.
03 -
  • Chill your rocks glass in the freezer for five minutes before serving so the drink stays cold longer and the presentation feels intentional.
  • If you're making this for guests, prep the rosemary sprigs and measure out the liquids ahead of time so you're just shaking and straining when people are ready.
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