Combine lemon juice, simple syrup, lavender iced tea, and whiskey into tin full of ice. Stir and strain into Collins glass filled with crushed ice. Garnish with lemon peel and dried lavender sprigs.
*Add 1 1/2 cup of water and 1/2 cup of dried lavender buds into a French press to make lavender tea. Refrigerate until chilled.
Originally from Miami, Gabriel Espineira has been curating craft cocktails in Los Angeles for the past six years. He currently leads the bar program at Mr. T Los Angeles, an exclusive new restaurant. As a Cuban American, Gabriel is passionate about pairing ingredients to senses, seasons, and sensibilities.
The Beverly High Rye is a uniquely fine American whiskey, masterfully crafted using hand selected Straight Ryes and Straight Bourbons from Iowa and Indiana. Each batch is perfected at Cedar Ridge Distillery in Swisher, Iowa.
Offering flavors of extravagant spices paired with a rich mouthfeel and a silky-smooth finish, The Beverly High Rye is best enjoyed neat, on the rocks or in a signature cocktail for an exceptional sipping experience.
