For a lighter “twist” on a seasonal favorite, head to Twisted Olive this winter. One of the restaurant's rotating features, the Black Cherry Bourbon Smash consists of house-infused black cherry bourbon, fresh-squeezed lemon juice, rosemary simple syrup, Heering cherry liqueur and a splash of club soda. The cocktail is garnished with a skewer of Scholl Orchards' brandy-soaked cherries and a sprig of rosemary.
Manager Rachael Marks suggests pairing the cocktail with the restaurant's staple steak on a stone entrée—filet mignon, porcini mushroom sauce, blue cheese sauce, sea salt, garlic and roasted garlic mashed potatoes—or, another favorite, the short rib ravioli—braised short rib, caramelized onion and madeira cream sauce. Twisted Olive bartender (and designated infusion specialist) Hanna Cisar echoes Marks' recommendations, saying the drink pairs well with anything earthy and flavorful.
51 W. Broad St., Bethlehem | 610.419.1200 | twistedolivebethlehem.com
