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How to Make a Gold Rush: The Whiskey Sour with Honey!

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Gold Rush

Cultural Context

The Gold Rush cocktail originated during the California Gold Rush in the mid-19th century, reflecting the era's spirit of adventure and discovery. This refreshing drink combines the warmth of bourbon with the brightness of lemon, making it a popular choice in modern cocktail bars. Today, variations abound, with some bartenders experimenting with different sweeteners or bitters to create unique twists on the classic.

AmericanUSdrink
5 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
2 ounces bourbon
3/4 ounce honey syrup
3/4 ounce fresh lemon juice
ice
lemon wheel for garnish
1

Prepare honey syrup by mixing warm water with honey in a 3 to 1 ratio until it reaches a pourable consistency.

2

Grab a pint glass or shaker tin.

3

Add 3/4 ounce of honey syrup to the shaker.

4

Squeeze fresh lemon juice to get 3/4 ounce and add it to the shaker.

5

Pour in 2 ounces of bourbon.

6

Add ice to the shaker.

7

Shake the mixture for 12 to 15 seconds to chill and combine.

8

Grab a rocks glass and fill it with either a large cube or small clear ice cubes.

9

Strain the cocktail into the rocks glass.

10

Garnish with a lemon wheel.

Equipment Needed

pint glassshaker tinrocks glass

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