1 1⁄2 oz Bourbon
4 lf Basil
1 cube Brown sugar
1⁄2 oz Simple syrup (with balsamic vinegar — see note)
2 oz Ginger beer
Instructions
Muddle the balsamic syrup, basil and sugar cube in a mixing tin. Add bourbon and ice and shake hard. Strain over fresh ice cubes into an Old Fashioned. Top with ginger beer and garnish with basil leaf.
Notes
Balsamic Syrup: Combine 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar and 1/4 cup simple syrup (1:1) in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring just to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low and let simmer for one minute, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
Cocktail summary
Created by
Jerry Slater, H. Harper Station, Atlanta
Is of
unknown authenticity
Bourbon, Ginger beer, Simple syrup, Brown sugar, Basil
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craft, alcoholic
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