Smoked Honey-Glazed Bourbon with Citrus Twist

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A rich, smoky bourbon cocktail balanced by bright citrus and a touch of honey sweetness, served in a rustic rocks glass. This recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, brings together Bourbon, Smoked honey syrup, 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 250 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.

Prep: 10 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 250 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Muddle 1/2 tsp smoked honey syrup with a few mint leaves in the bottom of a cocktail shaker.
  2. Step 2: Add 2 oz bourbon, 3/4 oz fresh-squeezed lemon juice, and 2 dashes of Angostura bitters. Fill the shaker with ice cubes to the brim.
  3. Step 3: Shake vigorously for 12-15 seconds until the outside of the shaker frosts.
  4. Step 4: Double-strain into a chilled rocks glass filled with a single large ice cube.
  5. Step 5: Express the oils of an orange twist over the surface, then rest it on the rim.
  6. Step 6: Dab a small amount of smoked honey syrup on the glass edge for a subtle glaze.

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