Honey Citrus Gold Rush with Bourbon
A smooth bourbon cocktail brightened by fresh lemon juice and rounded with honey syrup for a perfectly balanced sip. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together bourbon, fresh lemon juice, honey syrup (1:1 honey to water) 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 "Plan a meal with the AI" 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
- 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice
- 3/4 oz honey syrup (1:1 honey to water)
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 1, for garnish lemon twist
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a cocktail shaker with 1 cup of ice cubes. Pour in 2 oz bourbon, 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice, and 3/4 oz honey syrup.
- Step 2: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the shaker is frosty cold.
- Step 3: Strain the mixture into a chilled old fashioned glass filled with a large clear ice cube.
- Step 4: Express a wide strip of lemon peel over the surface to release oils, then rest it on the rim as garnish.
