Discover the Salted Blood Orange Gold Rush, a modern twist on the classic cocktail. This drink combines the rich flavors of bourbon, lemon, and a special salted vanilla honey blood orange simple syrup. This cocktail is perfect for a sophisticated evening or a special occasion.
Salted Blood Orange Gold Rush Ingredients for a Perfect Cocktail
This cocktail features 2 ounces of bourbon, 1 ounce of freshly squeezed lemon juice, and 1 ounce of salted vanilla honey blood orange simple syrup. The dehydrated orange slice garnish adds a touch of elegance, making this drink as visually appealing as it is delicious.
How to Make the Simple Syrup
The salted vanilla honey blood orange simple syrup is the heart of this cocktail. Made with ½ cup of blood orange juice, ½ cup of honey, ¼ cup of water, and 2 teaspoons of vanilla, this syrup adds a unique depth of flavor. Heat the mixture until the sugar dissolves and it becomes syrupy. Let it cool, then store it in a glass container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Enjoy the Perfect Blend of Flavors
Whether you’re hosting a gathering or enjoying a quiet evening, the Salted Blood Orange Gold Rush is sure to impress. Its vibrant colors and rich flavors make it a standout choice for any occasion. Try it today and experience the magic of this innovative cocktail.
Salted Blood Orange Gold Rush
Ingredients
- 2 ounces bourbon
- 1 ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 ounce salted vanilla honey blood orange simple syrup, recipe below Dehydrated orange slice (recipe next page)
For the salted vanilla honey blood orange simple syrup:
- ½ cup blood orange juice
- ½ cup honey
- ¼ cup water
- 2 teaspoons vanilla
- Sea salt to taste
Instructions
- Combine bourbon, lemon juice, and simple syrup. Shake with ice in cocktail shaker and pour over ice into rocks glass. Garnish with dehydrated orange slice.
- To make the salted vanilla honey blood orange simple syrup, heat blood orange juice, honey, water, vanilla, and salt until sugar dissolves and mixture becomes syrupy. Let cool, then pour into glass container. Can be stored in refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
