Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsMerle's Whiskey KitchenRussell's Reserve Staff Hand Select Recipe

Russell's Reserve Staff Hand Select Recipe

Time10m
Serves1

Make Russell's Reserve Staff Hand Select 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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Whiskey Base

Flavor Enhancers

Garnish

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Gather all the ingredients required for the cocktail. Make sure to have the Russell's Reserve Bourbon, honey, lemon juice, Angostura bitters, a lemon wheel for garnish, and ice cubes ready.

Mixing

  1. 2

    Combine Ingredients

    In a mixing glass, add 2 tablespoons of honey, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, and 2 dashes of Angostura bitters.

  2. 3

    Add Bourbon

    Pour in 750 ml of Russell's Reserve Bourbon into the mixing glass with the other ingredients.

  3. 4

    Mix with Ice

    Add ice cubes to the mixing glass and stir the mixture gently for about 30 seconds until well chilled and combined.

Serving

  1. 5

    Strain and Serve

    Using a strainer, pour the mixture into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice cubes. Make sure to leave some space for the garnish.

  2. 6

    Garnish

    Add a slice of lemon wheel on top of the cocktail for garnish.

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