Mothers Day Cocktail

Springtime in a Glass: The Dandelion Crown Bourbon Cocktail

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Celebrate Mother’s Day with the Dandelion Crown! 🥂🌼

Welcome back to Your Bourbon Journey for Episode 69 of Thirsty Thursday Cocktails. Today, we are taking the legendary Kentucky classic—the Seelbach—and transforming it into a floral, effervescent masterpiece called The Dandelion Crown.

For this high-proof riff, we’ve swapped traditional orange liqueur for the graceful sweetness of Elderflower Liqueur and introduced a unique, savory element: Jeptha Creed Dandelion Bitters. This “star of the show” adds an earthy, herbaceous depth that perfectly balances a heavy-hitting Four Roses OBSV (126 Proof). Hand-selected by Master Distiller Brent Elliott, this bourbon brings vibrant notes of apricot, pear, and brown sugar that shine through the bubbles of a chilled Brut Champagne.

Whether you’re a “bubbles girl” or a bourbon enthusiast, this cocktail is springtime in a glass. It’s sophisticated, festive, and the perfect toast for Mother’s Day!

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📋 The Recipe: The Dandelion Crown

  • 1.5 oz Four Roses OBSV Single Barrel (126 Proof)
  • 0.75 oz Elderflower Liqueur
  • 4-5 dashes Jeptha Creed Dandelion Bitters
  • 2 dashes Peychaud’s Bitters (for that Mother’s Day pink hue)
  • 2-3 oz Chilled Dry Sparkling Wine (Brut Champagne)

🍸 Instructions

  1. Combine: Add your bourbon, elderflower liqueur, and both types of bitters to a mixing glass with a large ice block.
  2. Stir: Stir gently for 15–20 seconds to chill the ingredients and provide the necessary dilution for the 126-proof spirit.
  3. Strain: Pour into a chilled coupe or champagne flute.
  4. Top: Slowly top with your chilled Brut Champagne to maintain the festive bubbles.
  5. Serve: Serve without garnish to showcase the beautiful pink hue and clarity!

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Bourbon & Bubbles: The Perfect Mother’s Day Cocktail

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Thirsty Thursday Cocktails is BACK with Episode 17, and just in time for Mother’s Day, we’re crafting a delightful sip that’s guaranteed to bring a smile to Mom’s face: The Kentucky Kiss!

Forget the same old brunch routine – this weekend, treat the amazing mothers in your life (or yourself!) to a sophisticated and utterly delicious bourbon-based cocktail. We’ll guide you through each simple step to create this elegant concoction, ensuring your glass is filled with pure joy.

Get ready to master The Kentucky Kiss:

  • A generous 1.5 oz of your favorite Bourbon
  • A sweet and vibrant 0.5 oz of Cherry Liqueur
  • A zesty 0.5 oz of Fresh Lime Juice for that perfect tang
  • A few dashes (2-3) of Cherry Bitters to add complexity
  • The crucial chilling ritual: Stir for 20-30 seconds until perfectly frosty
  • A graceful strain into a Coupe Glass or Champagne Flute
  • The celebratory crown: Top it off with chilled Champagne!
  • The final flourish: Garnish with a luscious Luxardo Cherry

Whether you’re a bourbon aficionado seeking your next exquisite drink or a curious beginner ready to dive into the art of cocktail making, this episode is your essential guide to unlocking the secrets of The Kentucky Kiss. Let’s raise a glass to Mom!

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