Sittin on the Porch Cocktail
Escape to a sunny afternoon with the Sittin' on the Porch Cocktail, a refreshing bourbon-based drink that perfectly balances warm, citrusy, and subtly sweet flavors. This quick and easy Southern-inspired cocktail combines the bold richness of bourbon with freshly squeezed lemon juice, silky honey syrup, and smooth unsweetened iced tea for an exquisitely layered sip. Topped with a garnish of zesty lemon and fragrant mint, it’s a drink as picturesque as its name suggests. Ready in just 5 minutes, this iced cocktail is perfect for relaxing on a warm day, whether you're entertaining guests or unwinding solo. Serve in a chilled glass over ice and transport yourself to the leisurely charm of porch-side living!
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Ingredients
- 2 oz bourbon
- 1 oz freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 0.75 oz honey syrup (1:1 honey and water)
- 2 oz unsweetened iced tea
- 1 cup ice
- 1 slice lemon wheel
- 1 piece mint sprig
Directions
Step 1
1. Begin by preparing honey syrup if you don’t already have it on hand. Combine equal parts honey and warm water, stirring until fully mixed. Allow to cool before using.
Step 2
2. Fill a cocktail shaker with 1 cup of ice.
Step 3
3. Add bourbon, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and honey syrup to the shaker.
Step 4
4. Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled.
Step 5
5. Fill a glass with ice and pour the strained mixture from the shaker into the glass.
Step 6
6. Top off the cocktail with 2 oz of unsweetened iced tea, gently stirring with a spoon to combine.
Step 7
7. Garnish with a lemon wheel and a sprig of fresh mint for an extra touch of elegance.
Step 8
8. Serve immediately and enjoy your 'Sittin' on the Porch Cocktail'!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (289.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 163.5 |
| Total Fat 0.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 10.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 9.0g | |
| Protein 0.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 6.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 72.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories