Cocktail Recipe: Sweetheart’s Old Fashioned
Raise a glass to love with the Sweetheart’s Old Fashioned, a Valentine’s Day twist on a timeless classic. This cocktail combines the strength of bourbon with the sweet, romantic flavors of fresh strawberry and delicate rose. The subtle floral aroma and vibrant red hue make it a perfect way to toast to love, unity, and the bonds that strengthen us all.
Elegant yet simple, Sweetheart’s Old Fashioned is the ideal drink for celebrating togetherness this Valentine’s Day. Whether shared with someone special or enjoyed solo, it’s a reminder that love and tradition never go out of style.
Sweetheart’s Old Fashioned
Ingredients
- 2 oz bourbon
- 0.5 oz strawberry syrup (macerated strawberries with sugar, then strained)
- 2 dashes rose water (optional but adds a lovely floral note)
- 2 dashes aromatic bitters
- Garnish: Fresh strawberry and a small rose petal
Instructions
- In a mixing glass, combine bourbon, strawberry syrup, rose water, and bitters.
- Add ice and stir until well chilled.
- Strain into a rocks glass over a large ice cube or heart-shaped ice if available.
- Garnish with a fresh strawberry and a small rose petal for an elegant touch.
