Moment of Zen

Moment of Zen by Will Talbot

Some experiences calls for a moment of zen. Yes, the box provides such moments, but I’m talking about a cocktail! Set amidst the backdrop of one of Manhattan’s swankier spots, the roof top hotspot bar at the Standard Highline Hotel, the Top of the Standard Bar (aka the Boom Boom Room) would seem the last place on Earth to find a moment of zen. Of course, it’s just the kind of place where you could really use one.

Take some sage advice and try this one

Perhaps that’s why bartender Will Talbot created it, but for whatever reason, we can all enjoy it now. This is a solid bourbon whiskey cocktail, which is certainly a good place to start when looking for some zen. It adds a nice zing of lime, and an unexpected whirlwind of flavor from yellow Chartreuse, which might derail the serenity. But it’s balanced with an incredibly soothing syrup made from jasmine tea, which mellows and balances the flavors and brings the calm. A little sage adds depth and wisdom, and the result is a truly delicious cocktail. The original is served with a fried sage leaf garnish as well, which is pretty neat, but I found my moment of garnish zen in a different way. Cheers!

Enlightenment awaits

Moment of Zen by Will Talbot

2 oz whiskey

½ oz fresh lime

½ oz yellow Chartreuse

½ oz jasmine tea syrup

6-8 sage leaves

Shake ingredients together with ice and strain into a favorite glass. Garnish with a fried sage leaf or citrus twists.