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Bourbon Crush

The Bourbon Crush is a balanced and refreshing cocktail combining bourbon whiskey with bright citrus and a hint of sweetness, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Total Time 2 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
Course: Cocktail/Beverage
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 ounces bourbon whiskey preferably 90 proof or higher
  • 0.75 ounce fresh lemon juice from about half a lemon
  • 0.5 ounce simple syrup
  • 0.25 ounce orange liqueur such as Cointreau or triple sec
  • Ice cubes
  • Orange peel or twist for garnish
  • Optional: splash of soda water

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker or mixing glass
  • Bar spoon or long spoon
  • Jigger for measuring
  • Strainer
  • Rocks glass or lowball glass
  • Muddler (optional, for muddling citrus)
  • Citrus juicer or press
  • Knife for cutting garnish

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Prepare your glass – Fill your rocks glass with ice cubes and set it aside.
  2. Step 2: Measure your bourbon – Pour 2 ounces of bourbon whiskey into your cocktail shaker using a jigger.
  3. Step 3: Add the lemon juice – Add 0.75 ounce of fresh lemon juice into the shaker.
  4. Step 4: Pour the simple syrup – Add 0.5 ounce of simple syrup to the shaker.
  5. Step 5: Add the orange liqueur – Measure and pour 0.25 ounce of orange liqueur into the shaker.
  6. Step 6: Fill the shaker with ice – Add ice cubes until the shaker is about three-quarters full.
  7. Step 7: Shake vigorously – Shake hard for 10 to 12 seconds until the outside of the shaker is frosty.
  8. Step 8: Strain into your glass – Strain the drink into the prepared ice-filled rocks glass.
  9. Step 9: Garnish with orange peel – Twist an orange peel over the drink to express oils, then drop it in.

Notes

Chill your glasses in the freezer for at least 15 minutes before making the drink for best results.