Ingredients

• 2 oz Good Trouble Bourbon
• 3/4 oz cranberry juice reduction or syrup
• 1/2 oz fresh lime juice
• 1/2 oz simple syrup
• 1 drop of orange blossom water
•  6–8 fresh mint leaves, torn

Muddle mint with cranberry syrup and lime juice in a shaker. Add bourbon, syrup, and ice; shake well.Fine strain into a chilled coupe or julep cup over crushed ice. Garnish with a slapped mint leaf and floating cranberry or a pinch of pink peppercorn.

Cranberry Syrup Note: Simmer 1 cup fresh cranberries with 1/2 cup sugar and 1/2 cup water until berries burst. Strain and cool.

Notes: The tart cranberry and cool mint create a vibrant holiday cocktail that balances brightness and warmth.

Food pairings: Serve with roasted chicken, brie with cranberry compote, or chocolate truffles. The pink peppercorn garnish adds a hint of spice that complements bourbon’s caramel undertones.