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Brown Derby Cocktail

A refreshing cocktail combining bourbon, fresh grapefruit juice, and honey syrup for a perfect balance of sweet and tart.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Course: Cocktail
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 oz bourbon
  • 1 oz fresh grapefruit juice
  • 1/2 oz honey syrup 1 part honey, 1 part water
  • Ice for shaking
  • Grapefruit twist for garnish

Equipment

  • Shaker
  • Strainer
  • Jigger or measuring cup
  • Glass for serving (coupe or rocks glass)
  • Juicer

Method
 

  1. Combine equal parts honey and water in a small saucepan and heat gently until the honey is dissolved to make honey syrup.
  2. Measure 2 oz bourbon, 1 oz fresh grapefruit juice, and 1/2 oz honey syrup using a jigger.
  3. Juice fresh grapefruit to obtain 1 oz of juice.
  4. Fill the cocktail shaker with ice.
  5. Add bourbon, grapefruit juice, and honey syrup to the shaker.
  6. Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled.
  7. Strain the mixture into a chilled coupe or rocks glass filled with ice.
  8. Garnish with a grapefruit twist and serve immediately.

Notes

Chill your glass beforehand and use fresh grapefruit juice for the brightest flavor.