A Cocktail from Oz: The Yellow Brick Road Cocktail

Courtesy of Star Clippers Cruise Line

Courtesy once again from our friends at Star Clippers Cruise Line is this iconic cocktail from that movie most of us watched growing up!

The Yellow Brick Road Cocktail is a refreshing Greek beverage, since its primary ingredient is Ouzo.

With the taste of licorice made obvious, Ouzo it is made of grape or grain-based alcohol and a minimum of 37.5% proof. The Yellow Brick Road Cocktail recipe adds Champagne, lemon, and cinnamon which makes it very easy to drink, but beware of that alcohol content! Enjoy!

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DIRECTIONS:
1. Add ouzo, lemon juice, and cinnamon syrup to a cocktail shaker full of ice
2. Shake vigorously|
3. Strain into a champagne glass and top off with champagne
4. Garnish with a lemon twist and serve

NOTES:
Make keto simple syrup by using 1 part low carb sweetener to 1 part water. Boil, simmer, and reduce heat. Allow it to cool to room temperature and then store in the fridge.

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