Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsMax's Oyster BarBourbon Recipe

Bourbon Recipe

Inspired by Max's Oyster Bar
Time10m
Serves1

Make Bourbon Recipe in just 10m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Bourbon Ingredients

Method

Bourbon Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Glass

    Take a rocks glass and place it in the freezer for a few minutes to chill.

  2. 2

    Mix the Ingredients

    In a mixing glass, combine 2 oz of Bourbon Whiskey, 0.5 oz of Simple Syrup, and 2 dashes of Angostura Bitters.

  3. 3

    Add Ice

    Fill the mixing glass with ice cubes and stir the mixture gently for about 30 seconds to chill and dilute.

  4. 4

    Strain into Glass

    Remove the chilled rocks glass from the freezer and strain the mixture into the glass over fresh ice cubes.

  5. 5

    Garnish

    Express the oils from a piece of orange peel over the drink and drop it in as a garnish. Add a maraschino cherry on top for an additional touch.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Serve immediately and enjoy your classic bourbon cocktail.

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