Thyme for Bourbon Lemonade

Refreshing with herbal notes and balanced sweetness, the Thyme for Bourbon Lemonade cocktail combines Lillet Blanc, bourbon, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup, and a dash of bitters, all shaken with sprigs of thyme for a delightful twist. Enjoy this fabulous cocktail topped with soda water for a bit of fizz or straight up on ice.

Thyme for Bourbon Lemonade

A refreshing bourbon lemonade cocktail with herbal notes and a balanced sweetness, topped up with soda water for a bit of fizz or served straight up on ice.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 1.50 ounces Lillet Blanc
  • 1.50 ounces bourbon
  • 1 ounce fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 ounce simple syrup
  • 1 dash Angostura bitters
  • 3 sprigs fresh thyme
  • soda water (optional)

Instructions

  1. Combine Lillet Blanc, bourbon, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup, a dash of bitters, and 2 sprigs of thyme in a cocktail shaker filled with 3-4 ice cubes.
  2. Shake vigorously for two minutes to ensure the flavors mingle well.
  3. Strain the cocktail into a tumbler and garnish with a fresh sprig of thyme.
  4. Top up your cocktail with soda water if you like a bit of fizz, and add an ice cube if desired to keep it chilled.
  5. Enjoy!