Nochebuena

Thyme and citrus flavors are surprisingly perfect in this wintry cocktail.

By Suzanne Navarro & Jessica EverettPublished: Dec 15, 2022

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Courtesy of Esters

Named for the traditional Christmas Eve holiday of Nochebuena, this cocktail combines blood orange and thyme flavors for a fragrant, woodsy surprise. Taste more of Suzanne Navarro and Jessica Everett's cocktails at Esters in Maui, Hawaii.

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Yields:: 1 serving(s)

Ingredients

1 oz.
bergamot liqueur or dry curaçao
1 oz.
Blood Orange–Thyme Syrup (see recipe)
1/4 oz.
fresh lemon juice
2 oz.
sparkling wine, chilled
1
thyme sprig, for garnish

Blood Orange-Thyme Syrup

1 c.
blood orange juice, strained
1 c.
natural cane sugar
10
thyme sprigs

Directions

1. Step 1In cocktail shaker filled with ice, shake bergamot liqueur, syrup, and lemon juice until cold.
2. Step 2Double strain into chilled coupe and top with sparkling wine. Garnish with thyme sprig.
Blood Orange-Thyme Syrup
1. Step 1In saucepan, combine orange juice and sugar and bring to a boil to dissolve sugar.
2. Step 2Remove from heat and let steep, covered, 20 minutes. Strain and refrigerate for up to 1 month.