Salted Caramel Bourbon Cocktail
This decadent cocktail blends bourbon, salted caramel syrup, and a creamy option for a sweet, salty, and rich drink that’s both cozy and a little fancy—perfect for dessert or holiday nights!
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Jigger or measuring spoon
- Bar spoon
- Small plate
- Rocks glass
- Fine-mesh strainer
- Ice cubes
Ingredients
- 2 oz bourbon whiskey
- 1 oz salted caramel syrup
- 0.5 oz heavy cream or half-and-half optional
- flaky sea salt for rim
- extra caramel syrup for rimming glass
- ice cubes
- whipped cream optional, for garnish
- caramel sauce optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Pour caramel syrup onto a small plate and dip the glass rim in the syrup, then into flaky sea salt.
- Fill a shaker with ice cubes. Add bourbon and salted caramel syrup. Add cream if using.
- Shake hard for 10-15 seconds.
- Strain into the prepped glass over fresh ice.
- Top with whipped cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce if desired.
Notes
Use a bourbon with caramel notes if you can. Store-bought or homemade salted caramel syrup both work. Flaky sea salt is best for the rim. For a lighter drink, skip the cream. Add a pinch of salt on top for more savory flavor.