Maple Bourbon Flip
A rich, creamy flip-style cocktail featuring bourbon, maple syrup, egg, and nutmeg. Cozy, festive, and dessert-like—perfect for cold evenings or holiday celebrations.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Jigger or measuring cup
- Bar spoon
- Fine strainer
- Coupe or cocktail glass
- Microplane or grater
- Ice cubes
Ingredients
- 2 oz bourbon
- 1 oz maple syrup
- 1 large egg or 1 1/2 oz pasteurized egg white
- 0.5 oz heavy cream optional, for extra richness
- freshly grated nutmeg for garnish
- ice cubes
Instructions
- Add bourbon, maple syrup, egg, and heavy cream (if using) to a shaker with no ice. Shake hard (dry shake) for 20 seconds.
- Add ice and shake again for 20 seconds to chill (wet shake).
- Strain into a coupe or cocktail glass.
- Garnish with freshly grated nutmeg.
Notes
Use a fresh egg or pasteurized egg white for best texture. Omit cream for a lighter flip. Maple pairs beautifully with bourbon—use real syrup! Shake well for the silkiest finish.