Golden Fernet Twist

This Golden Fernet Twist brings a refreshing and aromatic twist to the classic Gold Rush cocktail. With the bold flavors of bourbon and Fernet-Branca, balanced by the zing of fresh lemon juice and the subtle sweetness of honey and ginger, this cocktail is a true gold rush for your taste buds.

Golden Fernet Twist

A refreshing and aromatic twist on the classic Gold Rush cocktail, featuring bourbon, Fernet-Branca, lemon juice, honey, and ginger.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 ounces bourbon
  • 1/2 ounce Fernet-Branca
  • 3/4 ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1/2 ounce ginger solution (1 part water, 1 part sugar, 1 part ginger juice)
  • 1/2 ounce honey syrup (3 parts honey, 1 part water)
  • 1 dash Angostura bitters
  • Garnish: mint sprig

Instructions

  1. In a shaker filled with ice, combine bourbon, Fernet-Branca, lemon juice, ginger solution, honey syrup, and Angostura bitters.
  2. Shake well until chilled.
  3. Double-strain the mixture over a large hand-cut chunk of ice into a rocks glass.
  4. Garnish with a mint sprig.