What does it taste like?

Bourbon Crisp breaks the mold with its clever use of a sugar rim and a bold combination of bourbon and citrus. The layers of lemon juice, Angostura bitters, and a hint of cherry liqueur create a complex and enticing flavor profile, pushing the boundaries of traditional bourbon drinks.

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Bourbon Crisp

A complex and sweet cocktail. The sugar rim is a drink style that dates back to the 19th century. The sugar rim was originally an alternative to cocktails. ~ Robert Hess

Flavor: Bourbon Crisp breaks the mold with its clever use of a sugar rim and a bold combination of bourbon and citrus. The layers of lemon juice, Angostura bitters, and a hint of cherry liqueur create a complex and enticing flavor profile, pushing the boundaries of traditional bourbon drinks.
Difficulty: Advanced
Glassware: Cocktail glass

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RECIPE

Ingredients

7 ingredients

01Cointreau7.5ml

02lemon juice15ml

03Angostura bittersDash

04Bourbon Whiskey60ml

05Maraschino Cherry LiqueurTeaspoon

06simple syrup7.5ml

07lemon—

02 · METHOD

Method

01
Cut the lemon in half and remove the pulp.
02
Place half of the lemon on top of a champagne flute and use simple syrup to coat the lemon and the rim of the glass.
03
Sprinkle fine sugar over the syrup and let it sit for a few hours until a hard shell forms.
04
Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice and half a cup of ice water, and shake well.
05
Strain into a pre-chilled champagne flute and serve.

03 · NOTES

Know your pour

What does it taste like?: Bourbon Crisp breaks the mold with its clever use of a sugar rim and a bold combination of bourbon and citrus. The layers of lemon juice, Angostura bitters, and a hint of cherry liqueur create a complex and enticing flavor profile, pushing the boundaries of traditional bourbon drinks.
Which glass should I use?: Cocktail glass
Is it beginner-friendly?: Advanced