Description
Bourbon cherry old fashioned delivers classic cocktail magic with sweet-tart cherries and smooth Kentucky whiskey. Elegant mixology meets nostalgic comfort, offering cocktail enthusiasts a sophisticated sip that beckons weekend relaxation.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 ounces (60 milliliters) bourbon
- 4–6 fresh cherries (pitted)
Sweeteners and Syrups:
- 1–2 tablespoons (15–30 milliliters) honey
- Dash of orange bitters
Garnishes and Citrus:
- Juice from half a lime
- Fresh mint
- Fresh cherries for garnish
Instructions
- In a cocktail shaker, vigorously crush ripe cherries with lime juice, orange bitters, and honey until the fruits completely break down and release their vibrant essence.
- Pour bourbon into the muddled mixture and shake thoroughly to integrate all the flavors, creating a harmonious blend.
- Fill a chilled cocktail glass with fresh ice cubes and gently strain the bourbon-cherry mixture over the ice, allowing some crushed cherries to remain for added texture and visual appeal.
- Optional: Enhance the drink’s lightness by topping with a splash of sparkling water, which will add a delicate effervescence.
- Artfully garnish the cocktail with a few fresh mint leaves and whole cherries, positioning them elegantly on the glass rim to create an inviting presentation.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the complex, refreshing flavors of this sophisticated bourbon cocktail.
Notes
- Enhance the cocktail’s depth by using high-quality bourbon with robust flavor profiles like small-batch or single-barrel varieties.
- Try different types of honey such as wildflower or lavender to add unique subtle sweetness and complexity to the drink.
- Opt for fresh, seasonal cherries when possible for maximum flavor intensity and natural sweetness compared to preserved or jarred options.
- Adjust the sparkling water quantity to personalize the cocktail’s strength and dilution, creating a lighter or more concentrated experience based on individual preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Cocktails
- Method: Shaking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 176 kcal
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 1 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 0.2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg