Citrus adds a bright note in this easy to make cocktail.
Prep Time5 minutesmins
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: bourbon
Servings: 1serving
Author: A. JoAnn
Equipment
cocktail shaker
Ingredients
1cice cubes
1ozbourbon
¾ozCointreau or another orange liqueur
1Tlemon juice, fresh
1Tsimple syruprecipe below
Instructions
Add ice to cocktail shaker, then add other ingredients. Shake to mix.
Let rest for a few seconds; shake again and strain into a cocktail glass.
Garnish with a thin slice of lemon.
Notes
I always use fresh lemon juice. It makes a huge difference in the taste. Although you can purchase big and complicated juicers, I find a small lemon reamer is more convenient, quick, and hassle-free.