Chamomile + Cara Cara Orange + Whiskey

Chamomile has a beautiful, earthy flavor and Cara Cara oranges are slightly tart and deliciously sweet...this flavor combination makes a lovely simple syrup to add to a variety of recipes...drizzle over french toast, dark chocolate ice cream, vanilla custard...or use in this tasty cocktail...For two cocktails:4 ounces whiskey1 ounce Chamomile + Cara Cara Orange Simple Syrup (recipe below)1/2 cup filtered waterA handful of iceShake ingredients in a cocktail shaker for about 30 seconds. Strain into your vessel of choice. Garnish with chamomile flowers...Chamomile + Cara Cara Orange Simple SyrupYou will need:1/2 organic Cara Cara orange, juiced + zested1 tablespoon organic, dried chamomile flowers1 cup organic sugar1 cup filtered waterPlace all ingredients in a saucepan over medium heat. Allow to simmer until the sugar has dissolved. Remove from heat and allow to cool. Place in a squeaky-clean, airtight container and store in the fridge for up to two weeks.Recipe + Styling + Photos by Cassie Winslow