Apricot Rhyme Recipe

For apricot infused rye: Combine dried apricots and rye in an airtight jar and let sit for 3 days. Strain out fruit.

For the thyme simple syrup: Bring 1 cup water to a simmer, stir in sugar until dissolved. Add a fistful of fresh thyme. Once cool, pour syrup with thyme into a resealable jar, steep 24 hours before removing thyme.

For the cocktail: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add 1 1/2 ounces apricot infused rye, 3/4 ounce thyme simple syrup, 1/2 ounce dry vermouth, and squeezed lemon wedge (add peel to shaker.) Shake well, strain into ice-filled rocks glass, garnish with sprig of thyme.