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Brown Derby

A Los Angeles cocktail from the 1930s, named after the famous hat-shaped restaurant. Bourbon, grapefruit juice, and honey syrup. Simple, tart, and refreshing with a beautiful golden color.

Prep5 minutes
Cook0 minutes
Serves1 cocktail

Ingredients

  • 2 oz bourbon whiskey
  • 1 oz fresh grapefruit juice
  • 1/2 oz honey syrup (1:1 honey and water)
  • Grapefruit twist for garnish

Instructions

  1. 1. Add all ingredients to a shaker with ice.
  2. 2. Shake vigorously for 15 seconds.
  3. 3. Strain into a chilled coupe glass.
  4. 4. Garnish with a grapefruit twist.
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