As you know, last summer Maker’s Mark released Maker’s 46, the historic distillery’s first new bourbon in 52 years. With rich, creamy caramel and vanilla flavors that linger on the front of the palate, a touch of spice and a nutty nose, Maker’s 46 is an alluring drink to toast with over a romantic Valentine’s Day dinner. I would like to share with you an outstanding Maker’s 46 cocktail created just for Valentine’s Day by Ryan Goodspeed, head bartender at the acclaimed Miami restaurant Michael’s Genuine Food & Wine. The Maker’s Heart is a tantalizing mix of our new bourbon with pomegranate juice, blackberries, lemon juice and an aromatic orange zest sugared rim.  Light some candles, turn on a Marvin Gaye album and enjoy with the one you love! Here’s the recipe with a photo to share with your readers.

Happy Valentine’s Day!

AC

The Maker’s Heart

Recipe by Ryan Goodspeed, Head Bartender

Michael’s Genuine Food & Drink (Miami, FL)

Shake and strain up or over ice. Garnish with an orange peel. Dash of Fee Bros. Orange Bitters. Rim with navel orange-zested sugar.

In a mixing glass combine:

3 Blackberries

1 oz POM 100% Pomegranate Juice

¼ oz Lemon Juice
 
Muddle. Add ice and:

2 oz Maker’s 46

¾ oz Sweet Vermouth (preferably Carpano Antica)

1 oz Simple Syrup

For sugar rim: Take one ounce of plain white sugar and zest it with four peels of orange.