Let's Drink About It

Raspberry-Thyme Smash - 2 fresh thyme sprigs, divided - 7 fresh raspberries, divided - ice cubes - 1/4 cup Hendrick's Gin - 2 tablespoons Simple Syrup (see below) - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice   Stranger In Town - 1 1/2 oz rum - 1/2 oz sweet vermouth - 1/2 oz brandy or calvados - 1/2 oz cherry brandy - 1 maraschino cherry