Brown Derby Cocktail Recipe
This smooth and bright brown derby combines oaky bourbon with aromatic honey syrup and zesty grapefruit juice for a spirit-forward yet balanced 1930s-era cocktail.
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Equipment
- cocktail shaker
- Saucepan
- Measuring cup/spoons
- Knife
Ingredients
- 2 oz bourbon
- 1 oz fresh grapefruit juice
- 3/4 oz honey syrup 1:1 ratio of honey to water
Instructions
- Prepare the Honey Syrup: In a small saucepan, combine equal parts honey and water (e.g., 1 cup honey to 1 cup water). Heat over low heat, stirring until the honey dissolves into the water. Allow the syrup to cool before using.
- Prepare the Garnish: Cut a thin strip of grapefruit peel for the twist. Be cautious not to include the bitter white pith.
- Prepare the Cocktail: In a cocktail shaker, add the bourbon, fresh grapefruit juice, and honey syrup. Fill the shaker with ice.
- Shake and Strain: Shake the ingredients vigorously for about 10-15 seconds. This chills and dilutes the drink slightly. Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass.
- Garnish: Express the grapefruit twist over the cocktail by giving it a twist over the glass, releasing the citrus oils. Optionally, drop the twist into the drink as a garnish.
- Serve: Serve the Brown Derby cocktail immediately while it's still cold.
Notes
- If you don't want to make the honey syrup, you can use maple syrup or simple syrup instead.
- Use a cocktail shaker for best results.
- Use any type of honey you like for this cocktail.
Servings: 1
Calories: 201kcal