The Clara Bow

Based on the New York Sour, this cocktail was created by mixologist Lynette Morrero, and revealed to me during her Mixology Masterclass. The namesake for the cocktail was a very successful silent movie actress. This could be my gateway cocktail to appreciating Bourbon

For One Cocktail

1/2 oz Grenadine (I use POM pomegranate cherry 100% juice)

1/2 oz St Germain Elderflower Liquor

3/4 oz fresh squeezed lemon juice

1 1/2 oz Bourbon

5-6 mint leaves plus more for garnish

Pour all ingredients into a cocktail shaker 1/2 to 3/4 full of ice and shake vigorously (I do a 64 count!!!), then strain into the glass of your choice with a large ice cube (or smaller ice cubes, it doesn't really matter) and garnish with a sprig of mint