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The Honeyed Gold Rush: Bourbon & Lemon

A smooth and refreshing bourbon cocktail with honey and fresh lemon juice, perfectly balanced and easy to make.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 drink
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cocktail
  • 2 oz bourbon
  • 0.75 oz fresh lemon juice
  • 0.75 oz honey syrup
  • ice cubes
  • lemon twist for garnish

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker
  • Jigger
  • Strainer
  • Rocks glass

Method
 

  1. Combine honey and warm water to make honey syrup and let cool.
  2. Add bourbon, lemon juice, and honey syrup into a shaker with ice.
  3. Shake vigorously until chilled.
  4. Strain into a rocks glass over ice.
  5. Garnish with a lemon twist and serve.

Notes

Adjust sweetness by modifying honey syrup. Always use fresh lemon juice for best flavor.