Cocktail of the Senses
A sophisticated spirit-forward drink where each sip reveals layers of flavor, embodying the mindful act of imbibing. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together bourbon whiskey, maple syrup, and fresh lemon juice for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 190 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Add this recipe to your weekly plan" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 oz bourbon whiskey
- 1/2 oz maple syrup
- 1/2 oz fresh lemon juice
- 2 dashes bitter orange bitters
- 1 for garnish orange twist
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a mixing glass, combine 2 oz bourbon whiskey, 1/2 oz maple syrup, and 1/2 oz fresh lemon juice with ice cubes.
- Step 2: Stir gently for 25 seconds until the mixture is well-chilled and slightly diluted, about 3-4 minutes until the glass fogs.
- Step 3: Strain into a chilled coupe glass, ensuring no ice chips remain.
- Step 4: Add 2 dashes bitter orange bitters over the drink and express the orange twist over the glass, then drop it in for garnish.
