Description
This cozy, indulgent cocktail blends nutty brown butter, smooth bourbon, crisp apple cider, and a touch of maple syrup, all emulsified with a whole egg for a silky, dessert-like finish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 oz bourbon
- 1 tbsp unsalted brown butter (cooled)
- 2 oz apple cider
- 0.5 oz maple syrup
- 1 whole egg
- Dash of cinnamon or nutmeg (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Melt 1 tbsp unsalted butter in a small saucepan over medium heat.
- Stir occasionally until the butter turns golden brown and smells nutty (about 3–4 minutes).
- Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- In a cocktail shaker, add 2 oz bourbon, 2 oz apple cider, 0.5 oz maple syrup, 1 whole egg, and the cooled brown butter.
- Shake vigorously without ice for 15–20 seconds to emulsify the egg and create a frothy texture.
- Add ice to the shaker and shake hard for 20–30 seconds to chill and slightly dilute the cocktail.
- Double strain the cocktail into a chilled coupe or rocks glass to remove ice shards and solids.
- Lightly dust with cinnamon or nutmeg if desired for a cozy, aromatic finish.
Notes
- Perfect for fall evenings and holiday gatherings.
- Impress friends with a luxurious drink.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Shaking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 186mg
Keywords: Brown Butter Bourbon Cider