Drinks

Rosemary, Grape, and Gin Cocktail

In a small saucepan combine 1/2 cup water, 1/2 cup sugar, and 4 rosemary sprigs; bring to a simmer, then remove from heat and let cool. Strain the sugar syrup into a large pitcher and combine with 1 cup concord grape juice, 3/4 cup gin, 1/2 cup club soda, and 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice. Serve over ice; garnish with rosemary sprig and grapes

Lemony gin punch:

In small saucepan, combine 1 cup water and 1/2 cup sugar; bring to a simmer, then remove from heat, stir in 1/4 cup honey, and let cool. In a large pitcher, combine the sugar syrup with 1 cup club soda, 3/4 cup fresh lemon juice, and 3/4 cup gin. Serve over ice and garnish with a lemon wedge.

Real Simple, December 2011