The Chinook

I constructed this cocktail recipe based upon another called ‘Trade Winds’. (I originally discovered the recipe in Robyn M. Feller’s book, The Complete Bartender, on Page 435, and then later discovered it can also be found on the Internet Cocktail database.)  My version uses Red Stag Flavoured Bourbon instead of Plum Brandy and is named for a type of wind more familiar to my locale, The Chinook.

The Chinook

1 1/2 oz Amber Rum (I suggest Momento Amber Rum)
1/2 oz  Cherry Flavoured Whisky  (I suggest Red Stag Flavoured Bourbon)
1/4 to 1/2 Oz Lime Juice
2 Tsp Simple syrup (or sub grenadine for colour)
3 Large Ice Cubes

Put all ingredients into a blender.
Blend until smooth(ish).
Serve in a wine glass.

Garnish with a thin lime slice folded around a Brandied Cherry with a spear through it.
(I have to give credit to forrest here for the wonderful garnish idea!)