The Queenspark Swizzle
Introducing the Queenspark Swizzle cocktail with origins in The Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago. This recipe showcases the rich, complex flavors of THE FLAVOR APOTHECARY's Rich Demerara syrup. It adds a deep sweetness, perfectly balancing the cocktail's refreshing notes. The swizzle technique ensures that each ingredient is expertly combined, creating a beautifully chilled drink, blended to perfection. Enjoy the art of crafting. This simple yet elegant cocktail brings a taste sophistication to your home mixology journey.
Step 1
Add:
0.5 fl oz TFA Rich Demerara Syrup
0.75 fl oz fresh lime juice (1.5 Tablespoons)
8 fresh mint leaves to a mixing glass and muddle all 3 in a swizzel motion with a bar spoon or muddler. Cheers to you if you have a swizzle stick! I don't....
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Step 2
Then, add 2oz of aged dark rum, swizzle some more and strain into a highball or any tall glass.
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Can you tell I do not own a swizzle stick? A barspoon worked great for me.
Step 3
Add crushed ice to glass until it covers the top of the glass. Add 4 to 6 dashes of aromatic bitters to the top of the ice.
Step 4
Garnish with a dense sprig of mint, take one step back. Admire this thing of beauty. Sip and let the flavors melt away the day!
