Burke’s Spring

Temazcal Cocktail

This appealing cocktail entices you with the distinct aroma of bourbon mixed with scents of peach and mango. The artisanal syrup made from star anise, pink pepper, and a touch of vanilla creates a truly unique drink.

Ingredients

For artisanal syrup • 12 ounces (350 ml) water • 2 star anise • 5 pink peppercorns • ½ vanilla pod • 1 ½ pounds (650 g) sugar

For the cocktail • 1 pineapple slice • 1 orange slice with peel • 1 ounce (30 ml) mango pulp • 1 dash lime juice • 1 ounce (30 ml) artisanal syrup • 1 ½ ounces (45 ml) bourbon • 1 ounce (30 ml) peach liquor • 2 basil leaves

Directions

Artisanal syrup Boil star anise, pepper, and vanilla in the water. Add sugar when it starts to boil. Let boil until it reaches a thick, syrupy consistency. Let cool.

Drink Add the pineapple slice and the orange slice to cocktail mixer. Add mango pulp, a dash of lime juice, and the artisanal syrup. Add bourbon and peach liquor. Finally, add the basil leaf and ice. Shake vigorously. Serve on the rocks and decorate with a piece of pineapple.

Chef Tip: Pepper, star anise, and vanilla are strong flavor spices so it is important to watch the quantities when making the syrup. It should have a gentle, yet aromatic flavor.

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