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Bourbon Renewal

The Bourbon Renewal brings a delightful twist to classic bourbon drinks. It's a refreshing cocktail that combines the smooth warmth of bourbon with the bright zing of citrus and herbal notes of amaro.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 glass
Course: Cocktail
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 ounces bourbon
  • 1 ounce fresh lemon juice
  • 1 ounce amaro
  • 1/2 ounce simple syrup
  • Ice for shaking
  • Lemon twist for garnish

Equipment

  • Shaker
  • Strainer
  • Jigger or measuring tool
  • Cocktail glass
  • Bar spoon or stirring stick

Method
 

  1. Gather all ingredients and tools.
  2. Chill the cocktail glass by filling it with ice water while mixing the drink.
  3. Use a jigger to measure 2 ounces of bourbon and pour it into a shaker.
  4. Add 1 ounce of fresh lemon juice.
  5. Incorporate 1 ounce of amaro.
  6. Add 1/2 ounce of simple syrup to the shaker.
  7. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
  8. Discard the ice water from the chilled glass and strain the mixture into it.
  9. Garnish with a lemon twist and serve.

Notes

Always use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor; bottled juice doesn't compare.