harvest moon cocktail

this combination of liquids is brilliant! my girlfriend and i took a mixology class at sideBAR last tuesday and we learned the recipes for several delicious, fall themed cocktails. this one was my favorite and tonight i tried it out at home for a group of friends. it tastes like cinnamon apple pie but with hints of juniper (from the gin). when we made this drink at the bar we used absolut pear vodka which i think was equally delicious. apparently this drink is even better served warm! i'll have to try that soon. you might want to double or triple these measurements, this drink is smooth, sweet and tantalizing.

harvest moon for one

you'll need:

a cocktail shaker with a strainer

ice

martini or tumbler glass

shaved nutmeg or ground cinnamon for garnish

pear vodka OR dry gin ( I used bombay) -  1 and 3/4 oz

cinnamon simple syrup (see recipe below) - 1 and 1/2 oz 

apple cider - 2 oz

lemon juice - 1 oz


To make the cinnamon simple syrup (about 4 oz) :

Combine 1/2 cup of sugar, 1/2 cup of water and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon in a small saucepan. Boil until sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat and allow to cool. Will keep in the fridge in a sealed container for up to two months.


To make your cocktail:

Fill shaker 3/4 full with ice, add vodka or gin, simple syrup, apple cider and lemon juice. Shake until well chilled. Strain into glass and garnish with freshly shaved nutmeg or a sprinkling of cinnamon.