Welcome back to Thirsty Thursday! Considering I've already been to three holiday gatherings and a restaurant opening this week, the last thing I probably need is to indulge in Thirsty Thursday, but hey... 'tis the season, right?!
Not too long ago, Diana and I were lucky enough to be invited to a fantastic event hosted by Absolut Vodka at the Hubbard Inn. Not only did they serve us a wonderful brunch, but they also plowed us with all sorts of fabulous co*cktails andsent us all home with beautiful bottles of the new Absolut Chicago (which we had both been coveting since Chicago Gourmet).
It was during this brunch that I discovered one of my newest favorite co*cktails, all thanks to the Hubbard Inn's totally adorable bartender, Travis. The Absolut Chicago Moscow Mule is a fun play on the traditional co*cktail and would make the perfect addition to any holiday gathering (or a Mad Men themed party!). If you haven't already, you can pick up at a bottle of the limited edition Absolut Chicago from Binny's or select Target locations (I recently found a few bottles at the Uptown Target)... it would also make a fantastic gift for your favorite Chicagoan (hint, hint!). ;-)
Absolut Chicago Moscow Mule
INGREDIENTS
1.5 oz Absolut Chicago
1/2 oz lime juice (raw)
1/2 oz lemon juice (raw)
1/4 oz simple syrup
1 sprig rosemary
Ginger beer
DIRECTIONS
1. In a drink shaker, combine vodka, lime juice, lemon juice, and syrup with ice and shake vigorously.
2. Strain into a highball glass filled with ice. Top with ginger beer and garnish with rosemary sprig.
