On the Cusp: The Leo

"The Leo" Cocktail, featuring the Leo card from Barbara Moore's Barbieri Zodiac Oracle.

Surprise! There are not only ONE, but ~2~ cocktails this weekend! (Jupiter Trine Cocktail blog coming soooooooon).

Why? Perhaps because in the spirit of a true Leo, I feel the need to celebrate myself. But also, this is the first of many astrological cocktails to come - each featured in its season. (Are you ready Virgos? You’re up next!).

So, how do we create a cocktail that is as bold, loving, spicy, and maybe a bit as extra, as a Leo would be?

 

The Leo

A warm, juicy cocktail with hints of nut, spice and floral notes. Served in a coupe glass of course, to give that Leo extra-ness.

Rosemary & Saffron Infused Simple

Hazelnut infused bourbon

Lemon

Orange juice

Rosemary saffron simple

Lavender bitters

Black walnut bitters

A dash of cinnamon (use sparingly!)

The whiskey sour is a classic cocktail, and as a bourbon lover I decided this would be the perfect base for a cocktail highlighting the summer harvest time and its bold flavors. Changing up the recipe with some of the herbal associations of Leo, and adding a few bitters - you end up with a spicy, yet refreshing cocktail as a Leo might be.

P.S. Stay tuned for the Virgo Cocktail - will be available in season, weekends 12-6 at Bar 41 Oakland!