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Bourbon Renewal

A delightful twist on the classic whiskey sour that combines bourbon with lemon juice, simple syrup, and herbal liqueur for a refreshing cocktail experience.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
Course: Cocktail
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 oz bourbon
  • 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice
  • 3/4 oz simple syrup
  • 1/2 oz herbal liqueur such as Amaro or Chartreuse
  • Ice for shaking
  • Lemon twist for garnish

Equipment

  • Shaker
  • Strainer
  • Jigger or measuring tool
  • Cocktail glass
  • Knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. Gather all your ingredients and equipment.
  2. Chill your cocktail glass by filling it with ice water.
  3. In your shaker, combine the bourbon, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup, and herbal liqueur.
  4. Fill the shaker with ice, covering the liquid.
  5. Secure the shaker lid and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
  6. Dump the ice water from your chilled glass and strain the cocktail into it.
  7. Express a lemon twist over the drink to release its oils, then drop it in as a garnish.
  8. Enjoy your refreshing Bourbon Renewal.

Notes

Experiment with different herbal liqueurs for a personalized touch.