Citrus Bourbon Tart with Whipped Cream and Candied Orange Zest
A strong pairing choice to complement this cocktail.
Cocktail Recipe
Derby Day Citrus Smash
A cocktail recipe to explore alongside your bourbon and food pairing journey.
The Cocktail
Ingredients & Instructions
Everything you need to make this cocktail at home.
Ingredients
- 2 oz bourbon
- 0.5 oz blood orange liqueur
- 0.75 oz fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 oz simple syrup
- 2 dashes orange bitters
- Fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- In a shaker, muddle fresh mint leaves gently.
- Add bourbon, blood orange liqueur, lemon juice, simple syrup, and bitters.
- Fill shaker with ice and shake vigorously until chilled.
- Strain into a rocks glass filled with crushed ice.
- Garnish with a sprig of mint and a thin blood orange wheel.