Sage Advice

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   Make the syrup: Combine the tea and honey in a small saucepan over medium-low heat.

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   Reduce until syrupy, about 10 minutes, then let cool.

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   Make the cocktail: Combine 1/2 ounce tea syrup, 2 sage leaves, the Peychaud's bitters and orange juice in a cocktail shaker.

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   Gently muddle the sage with a muddler or the handle of a wooden spoon.

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   Add the rye and Averna and fill the shaker three-quarters of the way with ice.

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   Give it a short shake, then strain into a martini glass and garnish with the remaining sage leaf.

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   Photograph by Jonathan Kantor

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