2020 continues to offer opportunities to reflect, rebound, and grow.  On episode 46, Natasha and Paris talk about the duality that exists in our day to day spaces. Most notably however, social media, news outlets, and our very own bubbles. There is duality in the name of drink for this episode also... VR = Vanilla Rose and Virtual Reality. Make a glass of VR, press play, and think about your realities.

VR Recipe:
2 oz Vanilla Rose simple syrup
1 oz fresh lemon juice
1 oz ginger juice
2 oz gin (optional)
Club Soda

Combine simple syrup, lemon juice, and ginger juice (and gin) over ice and stir. Top with club soda. Garnish with a thin slice of lemon and edible flowers.

Vanilla Rose Simple Syrup: 
2 cups brown sugar 
2 cups water 
1/2 tsp rose powder
1.5 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 cup  corn syrup

Combine brown sugar, water, rose powder and corn syrup in saucepan.  Stir over medium heat until sugar dissolves.  Add vanilla extract and remove from heat.  Allow to cool and store in an air tight container.  Keeps in refrigerator for approximately 1-2 months.