High Sage Cocktail

Say what you will about Paul Simon, but Art Garfunkel looks like he's taken back a few cocktails in his time. Though I'm resisting the phrase "sage advice," I'm not averse to giving you some advice about sage: tread lightly, it's a powerful herb. That said, when used sparingly, especially when combined with gin - incidentally, combine anything with gin and you're in for a decent bender - it can create a compelling and original drink. Enter: the High Sage Cocktail.

Ingredients:
1 1/2 oz Hendrick's gin
1 oz sage-infused simple syrup
3 - 5 oz Prosecco
Garnish: cucumber slices and a sage sprig
Mix gin and simple syrup in a cocktail shaker with ice. Strain into a highball glass over ice. Top with Prosecco and stir gently. Garnish with cucumber slices and a sage sprig.