Sparkling Apple Cider with Thyme

Sparkling Apple Cider with Thyme Cocktail

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Total: 2 hours

Serves: 6

Ingredients:

• 8 ounces dark rum
• 3 ounces lemon juice
• 4 ounces thyme simple syrup (recipe below)
• 12 ounces apple cider
• 1 bottle (750ml) ONEHOPE Sparkling Wine
• 4 dashes Angostura Bitters
• Springs of thyme for garnish

Ingredients for Thyme Simple Syrup:

• 2 cups sugar
• 1 1/2 cups water
• 10 sprigs thyme

Directions:

1. Combine sugar, water and 10 sprigs of thyme in a small sauce pan over medium heat. Bring to a boil and reduce to simmer until the sugar has dissolved completely (about 5 minutes).
2. Remove from heat and place the syrup in the refrigerator to cool (about 90 minutes).
3. Place all ingredients (except Sparkling wine) in a large pitcher or carafe.
4. Fill your glasses with crushed ice and fill 1/2 with mixture.
5. Top with sparkling wine and serve with a few sprigs of thyme for garnish.

Recipe adapted from here.