Sangaree (San Francisco)

This is a delicious wine recipe that starts off with a simple syrup. Enjoy this dark, rich drink with a yummy dinner or a delicious snack of cheese and dried fruits.

4 cherries
ice
¼ oz simple syrup
1½ oz merlot
1 oz bourbon
1 slice lemon

Use a cocktail shaker to muddle 4 cherries. Next add however much ice you want, simple syrup, merlot, bourbon, and lemon slice.

Shake all the ingredients together and pour into your favourite glass.

Makes 1 cocktail.

Cook's Notes:  To make simple syrup, combine 1 cup water with 1 cup sugar (or any amount of equal parts) in a small saucepan and heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until sugar is dissolved. Cool before using. Simple syrup will keep in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.