Gold Rush recipe

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Modern bourbon and honey sour, served on ice in an old-fashioned glass.

Aperitif Court Autumn cocktails Great classics
Volume 10 cl
Alcohol 24 %
Calories / serving 197 kcal
Colour Yellow, Orange
Published 11/2026
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Ingredients

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Preparation

  1. Pour the bourbon, lemon juice and honey syrup into a shaker filled with ice.
  2. Shake vigorously.
  3. Strain into an old-fashioned glass over a large ice cube.

Serving

This cocktail is served in:

Old-fashioned glass

Old-fashioned glass glass Buy

History

Created in the early 2000s by T. J. Siegal at Milk & Honey in New York, its simplicity has made it one of the most-served modern classics in the world.

Decoration

Garnish with a lemon zest.

Variation

Adding muddled fresh ginger and a float of peated whisky brings it close to the “Penicillin”.

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Frequently asked questions

Which glass should the Gold Rush cocktail be served in?

Recommended glass: old-fashioned glass.

How strong is the Gold Rush cocktail?

The Gold Rush cocktail is about 24% alcohol.

How many calories are in the Gold Rush cocktail?

Allow for about 197 kcal per serving.

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Excessive alcohol consumption is harmful to your health; please drink responsibly. This cocktail is not recommended for pregnant women.

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