INGREDIENTS:
- 2 black mission figs halved (see note if fresh figs aren't available for dried fig alternative)
- 1 ounce sage simple syrup (recipe for syrup below)
- 2 ounces Monday Rum
- 1 ounce Lyre's Orange Sec
- .75oz freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Ice
- Chilled club soda for topping
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Muddle the figs in a cocktail shaker with the sage simple syrup until they mostly break down.
- Add Monday nonalcoholic rum, Lyre’s orange sec, lemon juice and ice to the cocktail shaker.
- Put on the top of the cocktail shaker and shake vigorously for 15 to 30 seconds.
- Strain into ice-filled glasses and top with club soda.
Sage Simple Syrup
INGREDIENTS:
- 3-4 fresh sage sprigs
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 cup water
INSTRUCTIONS:
- In a small saucepan, combine sage, water and sugar.
- Over medium-high heat, bring to a boil. Frequently stir to help dissolve sugar.
- Once the mixture simmers and the sugar dissolves, turn off heat, allow the sage to steep for at least 30 minutes and strain.
- Chill and store in the refrigerator in an airtight container for several weeks.
