Honey Apricot Bourbon Bliss

This delightful cocktail combines the rich flavors of bourbon whiskey with the sweetness of honey apricot syrup and the tartness of freshly squeezed lemon juice. The result is a perfectly balanced and refreshing drink that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more.

Honey Apricot Bourbon Bliss

A delightful bourbon whiskey cocktail with honey apricot syrup and lemon juice.

4.59 from 78 votes
Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 15 mins

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 3-5 apricots, pitted and sliced
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 ounces bourbon
  • 0.75 ounce honey apricot syrup
  • 0.50 ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 5 drops bitters (Dram Apothecary's Hair of the Dog bitters)
  • Mint for garnish

Instructions

  1. To make the Honey Apricot Syrup, combine sliced and pitted apricots, honey, sugar, and water in a small saucepan.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil, then allow it to simmer for about 5 minutes or until slightly thickened.
  3. Strain the syrup and store it in an airtight container in the fridge.
  4. In a glass, combine bourbon, honey apricot syrup, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and bitters.
  5. Add ice and stir to mix.
  6. Garnish with a sprig of mint.