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Single serving of Lemon and Whiskey Cocktail with a lemon slice and sprig of rosemary as garnish.
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5 from 2 votes

Whiskey Lemon Cocktail

Bright, smooth Whiskey Lemon Cocktail with ginger liqueur and rosemary-infused honey syrup. Fresh lemon keeps it crisp, while subtle spice and herbal notes make this an easy, elegant specialty cocktail.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Simple Syrup Steeping Time2 hours
Total Time2 hours 10 minutes
Course: Cocktails
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Whiskey Lemon Cocktail
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 834kcal
Author: Lee Clayton Roper

Equipment

Ingredients

Rosemary-Infused Honey Simple Syrup (Makes around 1 1/8 cups)

  • 3/4 cup honey
  • 6 tablespoons water
  • 1/4 cup fresh rosemary leaves plus more for garnish

Lemon Ginger Bourbon Cocktail

  • 1/4 cup Rosemary-Infused Honey Simple Syrup
  • 1/2 cup good quality bourbon 4 ounces
  • 6 tablespoons ginger liqueur 3 ounces, (I like Domaine de Canton brand)
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 6 dashes lemon bitters can also use orange
  • Rosemary sprigs for garnish
  • Lemon slices for garnish

Instructions

Rosemary-Infused Simple Syrup

  • In a small saucepan, combine the honey, water, and rosemary leaves. Heat over medium-low, stirring just until the honey dissolves (do not boil). Remove from heat, cover, and let steep at room temperature for at least 2 hours or overnight.

Lemon Ginger Bourbon Cocktail

  • Place 1/4 cup rosemary-infused simple syrup (with the rosemary leaves) in a cocktail shaker that's about half-filled with ice. Transfer the remaining syrup to a sealed container and refrigerate for up to one month (or freeze for up to three months).
  • Add bourbon, ginger liqueur, lemon juice, and lemon bitters to the shaker. Shake until well mixed and nicely chilled, but don't let the cocktail sit in the shaker - the ice will melt and dilute it.
  • Strain into two cocktail glasses over ice. Garnish with a small rosemary sprig and a lemon slice.

Notes

Success Tips
  1. Let the rosemary steep in the simple syrup for at least 2 hours (or overnight) for the best flavor.
  2. Use freshly squeezed lemon juice and fresh rosemary for the brightest, cleanest taste.
  3. Warm the syrup gently—don’t let it boil—so the honey stays smooth and the rosemary doesn’t turn bitter.
  4. Shake and pour immediately; if the cocktail sits in the shaker, the ice will melt and dilute it.

Nutrition

Calories: 834kcal | Carbohydrates: 159g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 36mg | Potassium: 146mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 155g | Vitamin A: 95IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 54mg | Iron: 3mg