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This Spicy Bourbon Drink

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Matt Duckor

Cherry Heering is a ruby-red Danish liqueur made from cherries, spices, and a neutral grain spirit. It adds cherry flavor and a mild sweetness, not a maraschino in sight.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 1 Servings

Ingredients

2 ounces bourbon
½ ounce Cherry Heering liqueur
½ ounce Meyer lemon juice, plus Meyer lemon twist for serving
A few dashes orange or angostura bitters

Preparation

  1. Combine bourbon, liqueur, Meyer lemon juice, and honey in a cocktail shaker; fill shaker with ice. Shake until outside of shaker is frosty, about 30 seconds. Strain into a chilled coupe glass, top with bitters, and garnish with lemon twist.

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