The Leawood Forest - Signature Cocktail of the Club

The Leawood Forest, a vibrant red drink inspired by the club's name and identity. It balances fruitiness with herbal and earthly undertones, evoking the richness of a deep forest.

The Leawood Forest

Ingredients:

• 2 oz dark rum (or bourbon for a richer flavor)

• 1 oz cherry liqueur (such as Heering or Luxardo)

• 1/2 oz Campari (adds a deep red color and slight bitterness)

• 1 oz pomegranate juice (for fruitiness and extra red color)

• 1/2/ oz fresh lime juice (for balance)

• 1/4 oz maple syrup (adds a natural, earthy sweetness)

• 2 dashes Angostura bitters

• Splash of soda water (optional, for a lighter version)

Garnish:

• Fresh rosemary sprig (lightly torched for aroma)

• Brandied cherry or fresh pomegranate seeds

Instructions:

1. Fill a shaker with ice and add all ingredients except soda water.

2. Shake well until chilled (about 15 seconds)

3. Strain into a chilled coupe or over a large ice cube in a rocks glass.

4. If desired, top with a splash of soda water for a more refreshing variation.

5. Garnish with a lightly torched rosemary sprig and a cherry