Pumpkin Patch Shrub

Recipe courtesy of Tony Britton of Have Mercy

When fall hits, cocktails move away from citrus and towards heartier flavours – and this spicy autumnal treat is a must-try.

Recipe

• 2 oz. Buffalo Trace bourbon
• 1 oz. pumpkin shrub
• 1 oz. winter spice syrup
• 0.5 oz. egg white, infused with 0.5 oz. fresh squeezed carrot juice

Shake all wet ingredients together in a cocktail shaker; shake again after adding ice. Strain and pour.

Components:

Pumpkin Shrub

• 2 cups pumpkin, chopped into 1-inch cubes
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 cup apple cider vinegar

Combine and stir all ingredients in a container; cover with paper towel or clean cloth.

Winter Spice Syrup

• 1 oz. cinnamon
• 1 oz. coriander
• 0.5 oz. nutmeg
• 6 oz. whole cloves

Simmer ingredients in 16 oz. of water for 15 minutes; add 16 oz. of white sugar and stir until dissolved. Store in a clean bottle and let it cool. The syrup can also be used to spice up your fall brew.