As summer gives way to the cooler temperatures of fall, SMOKE LAB National Mixologist and Industry expert Paula Lukas, finds a way to incorporate distinct flavors in cocktails.

Using Smoke Lab Vodka and inspired by and named for rock and roll classics, Go Your Own Way, Don’t Get Me Wrong, and Free Fallin’ cocktails are a perfect way to enjoy the season, wherever it takes you.

 

 

 

GO YOUR OWN WAY

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 oz Smoke Lab Classic Vodka
• 3/4 oz Lustau East India Solera Sherry
• 1/2 oz Grand Marnier
• 1/2 oz Lemon juice
• 1 Tbsp pomegranate seeds (save 1/2 Tbsp for garnish)
• 1 slice lemon – garnish

Preparation: Combine liquid ingredients and half Tbsp pomegranate seeds in a shaker with ice. Shake and strain over fresh ice in a large rocks or stemless wine glass. Garnish with half Tbsp pomegranate seeds and a slice of lemon.

 

 

 

DON’T GET ME WRONG

Ingredients:

• 1 1/4 oz Smoke Lab Aniseed Vodka
• 1/2 oz Marie Brizard Pear William
• 1 1/2 oz apricot juice
• 3 dashes Regan’s orange bitters
• 6 sage leaves (3 for garnish)
• 1 pear slice (for garnish)

Preparation: Muddle three sage leaves in a shaker. Add liquid ingredients. Shake and strain into a coupe. Garnish with 3 slapped leaves of sage and slice of pear

 

 

 

FREE FALLIN’ 

Preparation:

• 1 1/2 oz Smoke Lab Classic Vodka
• 1 oz Sandeman Fine Tawny Port
• 1/2 oz lemon juice
• 2 oz apple cider
• 1/4 tsp cinnamon sugar mixture – garnish
• 1 apple slice – garnish

Preparation: Combine liquid ingredients in a shaker with ice. Shake and strain over fresh ice in a large rocks glass. Sprinkle cinnamon sugar mixture on top and garnish with apple slice.