Emerald Green Powers
by Carol Donovan @intoxicating_Fun
Ingredients
- 2 oz Powers Irish Rye Whiskey
- 3/4 oz Fresh Lemon juice
- 1 oz Pineapple-basil syrup*
- Fresh sprig Basil
Preparation
- Shake all ingredients with ice and double strain into chilled cocktail glass.
- Garnish with a basil leaf.
*Pineapple-Basil Syrup
Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 oz cup water
- Skins of one fresh pineapple
- 12-15 large basil leaves
- 3 leaves of fresh spinach
Preparation
- Cook sugar, water, and pineapple skins until it begins to boil.
- Reduce heat and add the basil leaves.
- Simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and add the spinach leaves (these are for a more vibrant color).
- Allow it to sit until cool.
- Strain out solids and store refrigerated for up to 7 days.
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