Precision Stirred Whiskey Citrus
A perfectly balanced whiskey cocktail harmonizing fresh lemon with honey syrup, stirred gently to preserve clarity and flavor. This recipe, ready in about 6 minutes, brings together bourbon whiskey, fresh lemon juice, honey syrup (2:1 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 180 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 whiskey
- 0.75 oz fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 oz honey syrup (2:1 honey to water)
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
- 1 large clear ice cube
- 1 lemon twist
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a mixing glass with ice cubes to the brim. Pour in 2 oz bourbon whiskey, 0.75 oz fresh lemon juice, and 0.5 oz honey syrup.
- Step 2: Add 2 dashes of Angostura bitters. Stir gently with a bar spoon for 30 seconds to chill and dilute slightly.
- Step 3: Strain into a rocks glass over a single large clear ice cube.
- Step 4: Express a lemon twist over the surface to release oils, then rim the glass and rest the twist on the ice.
