Brown Derby (Rye Variation)
Cocktail Recipe
Description
A classic cocktail with a twist, this Rye variation of the Brown Derby offers a richness complemented by the sweetness of honey and the tartness of grapefruit juice.
History
The Brown Derby cocktail was originally created in the 1920s and has been a staple in classic cocktail culture. This rye variation pays homage to the traditional flavor profile while introducing a deeper, spicier note from the rye whiskey.
Instructions
Step 1.
- Chill a coupe glass by filling it with ice or placing it in the freezer for a few minutes.
Step 2.
- In a cocktail shaker, add 2 ounces of rye whiskey.
Step 3.
- Pour in 1 ounce of fresh grapefruit juice.
Step 4.
- Add 0.5 ounces of honey syrup (1:1 honey and water).
Step 5.
- Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled.
Step 6.
- Strain the mixture into the chilled coupe glass.
Step 7.
- Express the oils from a grapefruit twist over the drink and drop it in as garnish.
Ingredients
2 oz Rye Whiskey
1 oz Grapefruit juice — freshly squeezed
0.5 oz Honey syrup — 1:1 honey and water
1 Grapefruit twist (garnish)
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