Try a salted caramel rimmer: Mix 1 tablespoon coarse sugar (such as Demerara) with 1 teaspoon coarse salt. Dip the rim of the glass in caramel sauce, and then into the sugar/salt mixture.

In our home, we’ve been alcohol free for around 5 years now for various beliefs and reasons and a lot more people these days seem to be doing the same. This recipe was born out of a desire for options to drink that feel a bit more interesting than just a standard soft drink. Something a little extra. We're frequently asked, “why no alcohol?” or “isn’t that a bit boring?” And the answer is no, not really, as there are plenty of options if you want to create something for yourself and supermarkets are catching on to the zero alcohol movement that is growing so there are more and more exciting options out there now! Practically every time we go to the supermarket these days there's a new alcohol-free product on the shelves but they don't always taste that great (lots do though)! So, whether you are looking for a non alcoholic option just because or you want something a little different to supplement your drinks repertoire without the after effects of alcohol, this is a recipe for you.Make it for your next holiday party or get-together. Trust me, this is the best, most delicious drink you’ll have all fall! Using bourbon and a bit of club soda, this bourbon smash libation is full of fresh fruit and the zing of cinnamon we enjoy when it’s cold outside. Prosecco Sangria PS. The glasses in these photos are classic Old Fashion Glasses. They’re surely the prettiest glasses to add a little bourbon to.

Simmer until the sugar is completely dissolved. Let the syrup cool with the cinnamon and ginger in it. It will infuse the syrup with so much flavor.

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Maple syrup– instead of using sugar to sweeten the syrup more, we’re just going to use a bit of maple syrup. The maple plays so well with the bourbon. This whiskey smashrecipe is slightly different from the apple cider whiskey smash because it’s much more of an apple flavor than the cider flavor you get with the previous recipe.You’ll use apple juice and fresh apples to get that extra boost of sweetness. The fresh sage makes it stand out amongst the other whiskey smash recipes. Strain the mixture through a sieve set over a jug to remove the raspberry seeds if desired. Set aside.