Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 oz. bourbon
- 1 oz. bacon-infused simple syrup
- 1 oz. fresh lemon juice
- 2 dashes of Angostura bitters
- Ice cubes
- 1 strip of cooked bacon for garnish
Special equipment needed:
- Cocktail shaker
- Strainer
- Martini glass
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a cocktail shaker, combine bourbon, bacon-infused simple syrup, fresh lemon juice, and Angostura bitters.
2. Add ice cubes to the shaker and shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds.
3. Strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass.
4. Garnish with a strip of cooked bacon.
- Time:
Preparation time: 5 minutes
- Cooking time: 10 minutes (for bacon-infused simple syrup)
Temperature:
- Serve chilled
Serving size:
- 1 cocktail
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 225
- Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Sodium: 10 mg
- Sugar: 14 g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of bourbon, you can use rye whiskey or scotch.
- Instead of bacon-infused simple syrup, you can use regular simple syrup or maple syrup.
- Instead of fresh lemon juice, you can use lime juice or orange juice.
Variations:
- Add a splash of ginger beer for a spicy kick.
- Use smoked bourbon for a smoky flavor.
- Rim the martini glass with bacon salt for extra bacon flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- To make bacon-infused simple syrup, cook 4-5 strips of bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon and crumble it. In a saucepan, combine 1 cup of water, 1 cup of sugar, and the bacon crumbles. Bring to a boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve and discard the bacon crumbles.
- Use high-quality bourbon for the best flavor.
- Chill the martini glass in the freezer before serving for an extra cold cocktail.
Storage instructions:
- Bacon-infused simple syrup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Reheating instructions:
- N/A
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the cocktail in a chilled martini glass with a strip of cooked bacon as a garnish.
Garnishes:
- Cooked bacon strip
Pairings:
- Serve with a charcuterie board or cheese plate.
Suggested side dishes:
- N/A
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the cocktail is too sweet, add more lemon juice or bitters.
- If the cocktail is too strong, add more simple syrup or lemon juice.
Food safety advice:
- Drink responsibly and do not drink and drive.
Food history:
- The martini is a classic cocktail that originated in the late 19th century.
Flavor profiles:
- Smoky, sweet, and sour
Serving suggestions:
- Serve as a pre-dinner cocktail or at a cocktail party.
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