It’s definitely the time for Israeli whiskey on the international scene, and Rosh Hashanah is the perfect occasion to treat yourself to a bottle of the first official batches of the stuff. With at least five Israeli whiskey distilleries having popped up in the last few years, the race is on to see which one can produce the best barrels the fastest. The warm climate in Israel actually speeds up the distilling process. Milk & Honey’s whiskey has a smooth taste, which just happens to be perfect for blending into a sweet apple and honey cocktail.
Find more gorgeous Rosh Hashanah recipes from Israel’s top chefs here.
Apple and Honey Whiskey Cocktail
Treat yourself to an Israeli whiskey-based cocktail this Rosh Hashanah.
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves 1
Ingredients
For the honey syrup:
- honey
- hot water
For the cocktail:
- ¼ Granny Smith apple, diced
- 1 Tbsp + 2 tsp honey syrup
- 1 Tbsp+ 2 tsp fresh squeezed lime juice
- 1 Tbsp calvados (apple brandy)
- 3 Tbsp Milk & Honey whiskey, or other “New Make” whiskey
Instructions
- Make honey syrup: Mix three parts honey with one part hot water and stir thoroughly until liquid unifies. For example: 10 ounces honey and a little more than 3 ounces of hot water. Bottle and keep refrigerated.
- In a cocktail shaker, muddle the apple with honey syrup.
- Add the rest of the ingredients, fill with ice, and shake vigorously.
- Strain into a cocktail glass and garnish with an apple slice.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Drink
- Method: Quick
- Cuisine: Israeli
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