Cocktail of the Week: Rosemary Infused Champagne

By Christabelle…@CBellesCloset

If you have ever been to my house for dinner, you might have experienced my famous Roasted Rosemary Potatoes with a little fabulous sprinkled on top. The sensual smell of Rosemary in home warms the soul and kind of makes me a little frisky (perhaps 2013’s newest aphrodisiac?).

I never thought to add Rosemary to a cocktail so I am thankful to our friends at SheKnows.com for this amazing cocktail recipe!

Rosemary-scented Champagne cocktail recipe

Rosemary adds a subtle hint of aromatic herbs to this delightful sparkler.

Makes 1

Ingredients:

• 5 ounces Champagne
• 1/2 ounce Flor de Caña 7 Year Rum
• 1/2 ounce rosemary simple syrup (recipe follows)
• Lemon wedge

Directions:

1. Combine rum and rosemary simple syrup in a Champagne flute. Fill glass to the top with Champagne. Squeeze lemon into cocktail.

Rosemary simple syrup recipe

Makes about 1/2 cup

• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 sprig rosemary (about 5 inches)

Directions:

1. Pull leaves off rosemary sprig and add to a small saucepan with sugar and water.
2. Bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve sugar. Reduce to a low boil for about 5 minutes until mixture is thickened.
3. Remove from heat and strain. Let cool completely. Store in refrigerator.

(21+ – please drink responsibly)