Winner
The Zing a Ling
Mixologist: Colleen McCarthy
Venue: Martini Italian Bistro, Louisville KY
A unique spin on the classic mint julep, awarded People's Choice in the 2021 Rose Julep Cocktail Competition.
Ingredients
| 2 | fl oz | Four Roses Small Batch |
| 1 | fl oz | Lingonberry Shrub |
| ½ | fl oz | Fresh Squeezed Ruby Red Grapefruit Juice |
| Raw Ginger | ||
| 3 | dash(es) | Rhubarb Bitters |
Directions
Add all ingredients in a mixing glass with ice and shake vigorously. Double strain over fresh ice. Garnish with lingonberries.
Lingonberry Shrub:
Mix 2 cups of fresh lingonberries and 1 cup simple syrup in blender on high speed until fully broken down. Pour contents into a fine mesh strainer and push through. This technique should yield a nice semi thick juice. Add 1 to 2 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar and whisk.
