old Fashioned Toddy

2 oz misunderstood ginger spiced whiskey

1/2 oz earl grey syrup*

2 dashes orange bitters

lemon peel garnish

Directions:

Add Misunderstood, earl grey syrup & bitters into a mixing glass with ice, stir with a bar spoon until chilled (about 30 turns). Strain into an old fashioned glass over ice.  Twist the lemon peel over the cocktail, wipe the rim, and place in the glass. Enjoy!

Earl Grey Tea Simple Syrup:

Bring 1 cup water to simmer and remove from heat. Add four bags black tea, or one heaping tablespoon loose-leaf tea, and allow to steep at least 10 minutes. Remove teabags and return to low heat. Add 1 cup sugar and stir until completely dissolved and syrup turns clear. Pour into sealable container and allow to cool. Extra syrup will keep for up to two weeks refrigerated. Makes 1 pint.