Rudolph Collins by Bach Nielsen

To toast this special box I’m calling on the special reindeer who pays a visit this time of year – Rudolph of course! The Rudolph Collins is a local favorite at The Barking Dog, a cozy down to earth bar in Copenhagen where the staff create Christmas cocktails for a cocktail advent calendar each year.  This one is based off the classic Tom Collins, that refreshing summery sipper with gin, lemon and soda.  For the Christmas version there is added sloe gin, the wintery gin infused with sloe berries, and cinnamon syrup, which always turns up the winter wonderland vibes in a holiday drink.  It’s a delicious variation and a tasty treat for the holidays.  Try one of these at your own festive gathering and have a happy, happy holiday. Cheers!

Flavors of the season will make your nose shine bright

Rudolph Collins by Bach Nielsen (The Barking Dog, Copenhagen)

1 oz London dry gin

¾ oz sloe gin

¾ oz fresh lemon

½ oz cinnamon syrup

Chilled soda water

Shake ingredients together with ice and strain into a tall glass with ice.  Top with the soda water and garnish with a cinnamon stick - or a lemon wheel Rudolph.  Cheers!

Let it snow!  Happy Holidays.