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Lil’ Smoke & Honey – Good Ol’ Kentucky with a Twist

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Lil' Smoke & Honey

A modern spin to a classic Kentucky mule, bringing together the rich flavors of honey-infused bourbon with fresh ginger, thyme, and lemon.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Servings: 2 serving

Equipment

Jigger
Wood Muddler
Shaker

Ingredients

  • 1 oz Fresh Ginger
  • 4 sprigs Fresh Thyme
  • 4 dashes Aromatic Bitters
  • 1 oz Lemon Juice
  • 1 oz Honey Ginger Syrup
  • 4 oz Honey-Infused Bourbon
  • 12 oz Ginger Ale
  • Ice Cubes

Instructions

  • Peel and slice the fresh ginger into 3-4 pieces.
  • Place the ginger pieces in the cocktail shaker and the two thyme sprigs.
  • Using a cocktail muddler, muddle the ginger and thyme together.
  • Add to the shaker the lemon juice, bitter, and honey-infused bourbon.
  • Place the top on the shaker and Shake!
  • Fill two lowball glasses approximately ⅔ full with ice.
  • Using a cocktail strainer, strain the mixture equally into each glass - approximately ⅔ full.
  • Fill the remainder of each glass with ginger ale.
  • Add a sprig of thyme to each glass as a garnish.
  • Enjoy!

Notes

Culinarian Tips, Tricks, and Suggestions:
We have grown fond of making this cocktail with Evan Williams Honey Bourbon and Vernors Ginger Ale.  Give it a try with your favorite selections!

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