January 2021 - Rum Astrology

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            Capricorn the Goat 

            December 22 - January 19

Capricorn’s are hardworking, analytical, practical, and confident and strive to maintain stability and order. They are good organizers, and are very intuitive, although they don’t share this trait with others freely. They do not deal well with opposition or criticism, and are one of the Earth signs.  

The Queens Park Swizzle is my perfect pair for Capricorn because it requires precise measurements as well as a specific technique in order for it to come to life.   It is not a cocktail that you can “throw together” as it does require some work, but it is one of my favorites.

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz. Demerara Rum
  • 1 oz. Fresh Lime Juice
  • ½ oz. Simple Syrup
  • 2 dashes of both Angostura and Peychaud’s Bitters

Directions:

  1. In a tall glass, combine the rum, lime, and simple syrup.  
  2. Fill the glass with crushed ice, and use a swizzle stick in between your hands to mix well.  
  3. Top with both types of bitters, and garnish with a large fresh mint sprig.