Little Girl Dreams Cocktail

• ¾ ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice
• ¾ ounce coriander-flavored simple syrup, recipe follows
• 3 slices cucumber
• 2 ounces Catoctin Creek rye whiskey
• 2 slices of cucumber, for garnish
• Slice of lemon, for garnish

1. In a cocktail shaker, combine the lemon juice, syrup and cucumber, and mash together with a muddle. Add the rye and a large ice cube and place the lid on top and shake for 15 seconds. Fill a wine glass with small cubed or crushed ice and strain the cocktail over. Garnish with the cucumber and lemon slice and serve immediately.

Makes about 3 cups

• 2 cups water
• 2 cups sugar
• 2 tablespoons ground coriander

1. In a small saucepan, combine the water, sugar and coriander and bring water to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat and simmer gently for about 2 minutes. Let cool before transferring to a bottle or jar with a tight-fitting lid. Store in the refrigerator for up to one month.