A stylish solution to a festive problem: mix up the lingering syrup from those holiday cocktail cherries. This refined concoction is courtesy of Emilio Giovanazzi, head bartender at The American Bar in Gleneagles.
To get started, you'll need 15ml of jarred cherry syrup, which will serve as the foundation for this drink. Next, pour 45ml of mezcal - specifically Casamigos is recommended here - and add a splash of maraschino liqueur (around 10ml). These two ingredients may seem heavy-handed at first, but trust us when we say they balance beautifully.
Now it's time to stir gently to combine the flavors. Add some ice to chill things down before topping off your glass with 60ml of ChariTea sparkling mate. This drink is perfect for those looking to unwind after a long day - or, in this case, after a rowdy holiday gathering.
Giovanazzi's creation may seem like an unusual use for leftover syrup, but the result is undeniably elegant and full of character. If you're feeling adventurous and want to try something new, give this smoked cherry cocktail a shot - just be sure to have some snacks on hand to pair with it.
To get started, you'll need 15ml of jarred cherry syrup, which will serve as the foundation for this drink. Next, pour 45ml of mezcal - specifically Casamigos is recommended here - and add a splash of maraschino liqueur (around 10ml). These two ingredients may seem heavy-handed at first, but trust us when we say they balance beautifully.
Now it's time to stir gently to combine the flavors. Add some ice to chill things down before topping off your glass with 60ml of ChariTea sparkling mate. This drink is perfect for those looking to unwind after a long day - or, in this case, after a rowdy holiday gathering.
Giovanazzi's creation may seem like an unusual use for leftover syrup, but the result is undeniably elegant and full of character. If you're feeling adventurous and want to try something new, give this smoked cherry cocktail a shot - just be sure to have some snacks on hand to pair with it.
i love that emilio giovanazzi got creative with the leftover syrup and came up with something so stylish & refined! using mezcal and maraschino liqueur is genius - they totally balance out the sweetness of the cherry syrup. adding some ice and chari tea sparkling mate sounds like just what you need to unwind after a long day or a crazy holiday party 
! i mean i know its like ur leftover syrup but trust me its genius! the combination of mezcal and maraschino liqueur is lowkey amazing and adds this depth to the syrup that makes it all come together 
. and then the chari tea sparkling mate at the end just gives it this perfect touch of fizz and bubbly. i can already imagine sipping on this after a long day with some snacks and feeling like everything is gonna be alright 
I gotta say, using that holiday cocktail syrup as a base for a drink sounds like a weird idea at first, but trust me, it kinda works 
. I'm not sure if I'd make it again anytime soon, but hey, at least it's a conversation starter for your next holiday party 
. One thing's for sure, you'll need some snacks to pair with this one, because the sweetness is gonna hit hard 
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And that ChariTea sparkling mate adds such a nice twist to it. I'm definitely gonna give this a try and see how it turns out... maybe with some popcorn or nuts on the side, haha! 
emilio giovanazzi is like a genius bartender lol i mean who else can turn leftover syrup into a masterpiece? 
gotta support emilio's creativity 
. But what really gets me excited is adding that smoky Casamigos mezcal... it adds such depth to the drink 
️. And the ChariTea sparkling mate on top is like, the icing on the cake 
! I don't know about pairing snacks with it though... maybe just enjoy it on its own and savor the weirdness 
. And using ChariTea sparkling mate as the base? Genius! It's like someone took all the party vibes from the holidays and bottled them up into one amazing drink 
i was sippin on a bad day and then stumbled upon dis article and now im hooked 
. It's like finding a creative solution to a common problem – we've all got that lingering liquid somewhere in our fridge, but never know what to do with it. I'm intrigued by the use of mezcal and maraschino liqueur, they seem like an unusual pairing, but when you think about it, smoky mezcal can complement the sweetness of cherry syrup quite nicely. And let's not forget that ChariTea sparkling mate adds a nice touch of fizz to balance everything out 
emilio giovanazzi is a genius! and mezcal + maraschino liqueur = game changer. i need to try this ASAP with some yummy snacks, btw 
! It's a great way to unwind after a long day or, like you said, after a wild holiday party 
. I'm defo gonna give this one a try and see how it turns out! 
- I can already imagine it on my holiday party guest list! The combination of mezcal and maraschino liqueur sounds like a match made in heaven, and adding ChariTea sparkling mate gives it just the right amount of fizz. I'm definitely going to give this a try and see what all the fuss is about