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Made with Garrison Brothers Texas Bourbon
Southern Socialite
Bright and bubbly with a hint of sweetness, this refreshing mix of HoneyDew Bourbon, Aperol, and Prosecco is perfect for celebrations and toasting to good company.
Time
5 min
Method
Shaken
Glass
Champagne flute
Bourbon
HoneyDew
Flavor: Strawberry · Bittersweet · Sparkling
Season: Spring
Make the Southern Socialite
Ingredients
Makes 1 cocktail
1½ ozGarrison Brothers HoneyDew Bourbon ¼–½ ozAperol ½ ozStrawberry syrup ¾ ozFresh lemon juice 2 dashesBurlesque bitters TopProsecco GarnishA strawberry and mint
Instructions
1Add the bourbon, Aperol, strawberry syrup, lemon juice and bitters to a shaker with ice. 2Shake hard until well chilled. 3Strain into a champagne flute. 4Top with Prosecco. 5Garnish with a strawberry and a sprig of mint.
About the Southern Socialite
The toast of the party. Garrison Brothers HoneyDew is shaken with Aperol, strawberry syrup, fresh lemon and Burlesque bitters, then topped with Prosecco in a flute. Bright, bubbly and just bittersweet enough, made for celebrations and good company.
Questions, answered
What are Burlesque bitters?
Bitters from Bittermens with hibiscus, açaí and long pepper. They add a berry, peppery note. Any berry or aromatic bitters will work.
How much Aperol should I use?
Start with ¼ oz for a sweeter, fruitier drink. Go up to ½ oz if you like it more bittersweet.
How do I make strawberry syrup?
Simmer 1 cup of sliced strawberries with 1 cup of sugar and 1 cup of water for 10 minutes, let it cool and strain. It keeps in the fridge for about two weeks.
