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Goldenrod Old Fashioned

Ingredients
  

Goldenrod Honey Syrup
  • 1 Tbsp goldenrod, dried
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 cup honey
Goldenrod Old Fashioned
  • 2 oz whiskey
  • 1 Tbsp goldenrod honey syrup
  • 2-3 dashes bitters
  • Ice
  • sprig fresh goldenrod, to garnish (optional)

Method
 

To make the goldenrod honey syrup:
  1. Add the dried goldenrod to a heat-proof container and pour boiling water over it.
  2. Cover and let steep for 30 minutes, then strain through a cheese cloth.
  3. Combine the strained goldenrod infusion with honey in a jar and shake until well combined.
To make the cocktail:
  1. In a glass, combine whiskey, goldenrod honey syrup, and bitters.
  2. Add a big ice cube and stir until chilled.
  3. Garnish with a sprig of fresh goldenrod, if you like.