Brown Derby
A Prohibition-era cocktail from the legendary Vendome Club in Hollywood. Grapefruit juice gives this bourbon sour a bittersweet, sophisticated edge that sets it apart.
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz Bourbon
- 1 oz Fresh grapefruit juice
- 0.5 oz Honey syrup (1:1 honey to water)
- grapefruit peel twist (garnish) garnish
Pairs With
Pair with seafood like grilled shrimp or ceviche, or light citrus-forward appetizers to complement the grapefruit's bright acidity. The drink's tartness cuts through rich seafood while its bourbon warmth adds sophistication.
Instructions
Combine bourbon, fresh grapefruit juice, and honey syrup in a cocktail shaker
Fill with ice and shake vigorously for 15 seconds
Double strain through a fine mesh strainer into a chilled coupe glass
Express a grapefruit peel over the drink and rest it on the rim
Tips
Use fresh-squeezed ruby red grapefruit for the best color and sweetest flavor Double straining removes pulp and ice shards for a clean, elegant presentation Adjust the honey syrup up or down by a quarter ounce depending on how tart your grapefruit is