Cold Brew Bourbon Cocktail
Smooth bourbon meets rich cold brew, a touch of maple, and optional cream—an easy, refreshing coffee cocktail with cozy depth.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker or mason jar
- Jigger
- Strainer
- Mixing spoon
- Rocks glass
- Ice cubes
- Small whisk (for cream, optional)
Ingredients
- 2 oz bourbon
- 1 oz cold brew concentrate or strong cold brew coffee
- 0.5 oz maple syrup
- 2 dashes chocolate bitters optional
- 1 oz heavy cream optional, lightly whipped for topping
- ice for shaking and serving
Instructions
- Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice.
- Add bourbon, cold brew, maple syrup, and chocolate bitters (if using).
- Shake for about 10 seconds until the shaker feels cold.
- Strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice.
- Optional: lightly whip the heavy cream and slowly float it over the top. Swirl gently before sipping.
Notes
Use a bold, not overly bitter cold brew to highlight bourbon’s caramel and vanilla notes. Adjust sweetness by changing the maple syrup amount or swapping in simple syrup. For a lighter drink, reduce the bourbon to 1½ oz or add a splash of water. Serving suggestion: chill the glass first to keep it colder longer. Nutrition is estimated including the optional 1 oz cream; omit cream for a leaner profile.