Jun 08 2026
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Smokey Bear Recipe

Inspired by The Still Whiskey Steaks
Time45m
Serves1

Old Forester Bourbon, honey simple, hickory smoke.

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Ingredients

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Beverage

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare Honey Simple Syrup

    In a small saucepan, combine equal parts honey and water. Heat over low-medium heat until the honey is fully dissolved. Stir well and remove from heat. Let it cool before using.

  2. 2

    Prepare Hickory Smoke

    Soak the hickory wood chips in water for at least 30 minutes. Drain and place in a smoker or on a grill to create smoke. Capture the smoke in a container or glass.

Mixing

  1. 3

    Combine Ingredients

    In a mixing glass, add the Old Forester Bourbon and honey simple syrup. Fill the glass with ice cubes and stir gently for about 15 seconds until well chilled.

  2. 4

    Add Hickory Smoke

    Using a smoke gun or by inverting the glass over the smoke, infuse the drink with hickory smoke for about 30 seconds. If using a smoke gun, direct the smoke into the glass.

Serving

  1. 5

    Serve

    Strain the cocktail into a chilled rocks glass filled with fresh ice. Optionally, garnish with a hickory smoke-infused ice cube or a sprig of fresh herbs like thyme for added aroma.

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