Ginger Snap Cocktail

There are two main variations of Ginger Snap cocktails: a simple highball and a more complex shaken drink. Here's a breakdown of both:

Simple Ginger Snap Highball:

This version is refreshing and easy to make.

Ingredients:

• 2 ounces Rum (Gold, Spiced, or White Rum all work well)
• 4 ounces Ginger Ale
• Lime wedge (for garnish)
• Instructions:
• Fill a highball glass with ice.
• Pour in the rum.
• Top with ginger ale and garnish with a lime wedge.

Shaken Ginger Snap Cocktail:

This version is richer and creamier, with more nuanced flavors.

Ingredients:

• 2 ounces Vodka
• 1 ounce Ginger Liqueur (like Domaine de Canton or St. Elizabeth's Allspice Dram)
• 1/2 ounce Lemon Juice
• 1/2 ounce Agave Nectar (or simple syrup)
• Pinch of grated ginger
• Pinch of ground cinnamon
• Pinch of ground cloves
• Pinch of nutmeg (optional)
• Ice
• Cinnamon stick (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Combine all ingredients (except cinnamon stick) in a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
2. Shake well and strain into a chilled coupe glass.
3. Garnish with a cinnamon stick.

Tips:

• For a non-alcoholic version of the highball, simply omit the rum and add more ginger ale.
• If you don't have ginger liqueur, you can substitute with a splash of molasses or ginger syrup.
• Feel free to adjust the sweetness to your preference by adding more or less agave nectar/simple syrup.
• Experiment with different types of rum and ginger liqueur to find your favorite flavor combination.
• For a rim with a ginger snap cookie vibe, crush the edges of a gingersnap cookie and rim your glass before adding the ingredients.