Golden Honey Bourbon Smash

This Golden Honey Bourbon Smash is a modern classic cocktail that embodies the perfect blend of sweet honey, bold bourbon, and zesty lemon juice. It's a refreshing riff on a whiskey sour, delivering a delightful balance of flavors that make it a timeless favorite. Whether you're a bourbon enthusiast or just appreciate a well-crafted cocktail, the Golden Honey Bourbon Smash is sure to satisfy your cravings for a sophisticated, yet approachable libation.

Golden Honey Bourbon Smash

A modern classic cocktail featuring the perfect blend of sweet honey, bold bourbon, and zesty lemon juice, the Golden Honey Bourbon Smash is a refreshing riff on a whiskey sour.

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 oz. honey
  • 2 oz. bourbon
  • 3/4 oz. fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  1. In a measuring glass, stir 1/2 oz. honey with 1/4 oz. warm water to loosen.
  2. Pour the honey mixture into a cocktail shaker.
  3. Add 2 oz. bourbon and 3/4 oz. fresh lemon juice to the shaker.
  4. Fill the shaker with ice, cover, and shake vigorously until the outside is very cold, about 20 seconds.
  5. Strain the cocktail through a Hawthorne strainer into an old-fashioned glass filled with ice.