Bourbon Cassis Refresher

This Bourbon Renewal Cocktail, a creation from Jeffrey Morgenthaler of Portland's Clyde Common, offers a delightful twist on the classic whiskey sour. The combination of oaky bourbon and sweet crème de cassis presents a refreshing and balanced flavor profile. This cocktail is perfect for those who enjoy a tangy, fruity, and slightly sweet libation with a hint of oakiness.

Bourbon Cassis Refresher

A delightful twist on the classic whiskey sour, the Bourbon Cassis Refresher combines oaky bourbon with the sweet and tangy flavors of crème de cassis for a refreshing cocktail experience.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 2 ounces bourbon
  • 1 ounce fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 ounce crème de cassis
  • 1/2 ounce simple syrup
  • 1 dash Angostura bitters

Instructions

  1. In a cocktail shaker, combine bourbon, fresh lemon juice, crème de cassis, simple syrup, and a dash of Angostura bitters.
  2. Fill the cocktail shaker with ice.
  3. Shake the ingredients until well chilled, approximately 15 seconds.
  4. Strain the mixture into an ice-filled Old Fashioned glass.