Bourbon Berry Bliss
Curiada Ingredients
Other Ingredients
- 3.00 fresh Small ripe strawberries (hulled)
- 0.25 fl oz Maple syrup
Directions
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Muddle strawberries in base of shaker
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Add other ingredients to shaker
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Add ice to shaker
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Shake well
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Fine strain into chilled martini glass
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Garnish with strawberry on rim
Cocktail Description
This ruby-red sipper brings together bourbon's oak warmth with bright berry sweetness in a cocktail that looks as gorgeous as it tastes.
The Bourbon Berry Bliss starts with muddled fresh strawberries that release their natural juices and perfume, which then mingle with the vanilla and caramel notes of cask-finished bourbon. Chambord adds a sophisticated raspberry depth, while maple syrup rounds everything out with subtle woodsy sweetness. The result is a smooth, fruity drink with enough bourbon backbone to keep things interesting—think of it as a grown-up strawberry shortcake in liquid form. It's dead simple to make: muddle your berries, shake everything with ice, and strain into a chilled martini glass. This one shines at spring brunches, date nights, or whenever you want something special without spending an hour behind the bar. The sweet-tart profile makes it a natural companion to rich, savory foods like duck breast, pork tenderloin, or aged cheeses—the bourbon cuts through fattiness while the berries provide a refreshing contrast. That strawberry perched on the rim isn't just for looks; it's a preview of the fruit-forward pleasure waiting in your glass.
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