Sweet and smoky, this Maple Leaf Cocktail combines bourbon, maple syrup, fresh citrus, our Rustic Oak Barrel Aged Old Fashioned Cocktail Mixer and Aromatic Bitters for a rich and balanced sip. Notes of oak, citrus and caramelized maple are finished with crisp maple glazed bacon. This cozy cocktail is inspired by maple sugaring season and perfect for a relaxing evening.
Servings: 1
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 20 – 25 Minutes
Total Time: 30 – 35 Minutes
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 oz. Bourbon or Whiskey
- ½ oz. Maple syrup
- ½ oz. Lemon juice
- ½ oz. Rustic Oak Barrel Aged Old Fashioned Cocktail Mixer
- 3 – 4 Dashes Rustic Oak Aromatic Bitters
- Maple glazed bacon for garnish
For the Maple Glazed Bacon:
- Thick-cut bacon strips
- Maple syrup
DIRECTIONS:
- To make the maple glazed bacon, pre-heat the oven to 400 degrees. And place bacon strips on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Cook for 15 minutes, brush with maple syrup, flip the bacon, brush other side with maple syrup and return to the oven for another 5 to 10 minutes depending on crispness desired.
- To make the cocktail, add the bourbon, maple syrup, lemon juice, Barrel Aged mixer, and aromatic bitters to a cocktail shaker.
- Fill with ice and shake well.
- Strain into a rocks glass and garnish with the maple glazed bacon.
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