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Gold Rush Cocktail

A delightful cocktail that combines bourbon, honey syrup, and fresh lemon juice for a refreshing and balanced drink.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
Course: Cocktail
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 oz bourbon
  • 3/4 oz honey syrup 1 part honey, 1 part water
  • 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice
  • Ice for shaking and serving
  • Optional: lemon twist or slice for garnish

Equipment

  • Shaker
  • Jigger or measuring tool
  • Strainer
  • Glass (preferably rocks glass)
  • Citrus juicer (optional)

Method
 

  1. Combine equal parts honey and water in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir until the honey dissolves, then let it cool.
  2. Using a jigger, measure out the bourbon, honey syrup, and fresh lemon juice.
  3. Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice.
  4. Pour the measured bourbon, honey syrup, and lemon juice into the shaker.
  5. Secure the shaker lid and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
  6. Using a strainer, pour the mixture into a rocks glass filled with ice.
  7. Add a lemon twist or slice on the rim of the glass for garnish.
  8. Your Gold Rush Cocktail is ready to be enjoyed.

Notes

Serve slowly and savor the delightful flavors.