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Ingredients
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Cocktail
Honey Syrup (make ahead)
Method
Honey Syrup (make ahead)
Combine
Measure equal parts honey and hot water (here 1/2 cup each) into a heatproof container.
Dissolve
Stir until honey is fully dissolved and the mixture is smooth. Let cool to room temperature before using. Store in the refrigerator up to 2 weeks.
Cocktail
Prepare glass
If you prefer the Gold Rush served over ice, fill an old-fashioned glass with fresh ice. Alternatively, you can strain into a chilled coupe without ice.
Shake
Add 2 oz bourbon, 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice, and 3/4 oz honey syrup to a cocktail shaker. Fill the shaker with ice (about 1 cup).
Vigorously shake
Shake hard for 12–18 seconds until the outside of the shaker is cold and well chilled. This both chills the cocktail and slightly dilutes it to balance the flavors.
Strain
Double-strain (using a Hawthorne and fine strainer if available) into the prepared old-fashioned glass over fresh ice, or strain into a chilled coupe if serving neat.