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Shaken · 1 serving

Bourbon Crusta

A bourbon-led Crusta with orange liqueur, maraschino, lemon, rich syrup, and orange bitters.

Short answer

Bourbon Crusta is a shaken cocktail made with bourbon, triple sec, maraschino liqueur, lemon juice, rich simple syrup, and orange bitters. The recipe below makes 1 serving, with exact quantities, optional garnishes and steps; preparation takes about 10 minutes.
Time10 min
MethodShaken
GlassFlute
LevelAdvanced
By Kokto EditorialCatalog reviewed Kokto published catalog snapshotHow we review recipes

1 serving

Bourbon Crusta ingredients

These original amounts make 1 serving. Compare cl, US fluid ounces and parts to use the measure you have at home.

How ml, US oz and parts work
Bourbon Crusta ingredients in original amounts, cl, oz and parts
IngredientAmountclozparts
Bourbon60 ml6 cl2 oz12 parts
Triple Sec7.5 ml0.8 cl0.3 oz1.5 parts
Maraschino Liqueur5 ml0.5 cl0.2 oz1 part
Lemon Juice15 ml1.5 cl0.5 oz3 parts
Rich Simple Syrup7.5 ml0.8 cl0.3 oz1.5 parts
Orange Bitters2 dash———
Still Water (optional)10 ml1 cl0.3 oz2 parts

Garnish: Sugared rim and broad lemon-peel collar

Method

How to make Bourbon Crusta

Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.

  1. 01

    Chill the flute thoroughly and prepare the Sugared rim and broad lemon-peel collar before mixing.

  2. 02

    Measure bourbon, triple sec, maraschino liqueur, lemon juice, rich simple syrup, orange bitters, water accurately and add them to a clean cocktail shaker.

  3. 03

    Fill the shaker about three-quarters full with solid ice cubes and seal it firmly.

  4. 04

    Prepare the sugared lemon-peel collar before shaking, then fine-strain the cocktail into the chilled glass without disturbing the crust.

  5. 05

    Fine-strain into the chilled flute so no small ice fragments reach the drink.

  6. 06

    Finish with Sugared rim and broad lemon-peel collar and serve immediately while very cold.

Tasting profile

What does Bourbon Crusta taste like?

The strongest signals in Kokto’s five-axis profile are sourness (4/5) and strength (4/5).

Kokto editorial profile for this exact house build. Scores are directional, not laboratory measurements or universal values.

Sweetness3 / 5
Sourness4 / 5
Bitterness2 / 5
Strength4 / 5
Freshness4 / 5

Quick answers

Bourbon Crusta questions

What is in a Bourbon Crusta?

Kokto’s build uses bourbon, triple sec, maraschino liqueur, lemon juice, rich simple syrup, and orange bitters, with optional items shown separately in the table.

How long does a Bourbon Crusta take to make?

The governed recipe allows about 10 minutes for one serving. Equipment, ice and ingredient preparation can change the real time.

How is a Bourbon Crusta prepared?

It uses a shaken method and is served in a flute. Follow the reviewed steps above instead of relying on the method label alone.

Is a Bourbon Crusta alcohol-free?

No. This Kokto recipe contains alcoholic ingredients and is intended only for adults of legal drinking age.

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Evidence

Sources & editorial note

The ingredients and steps above are Kokto's recipe specification. An external classic reference may use different amounts or techniques; follow one complete specification when mixing.

  • Cocktail App English editorial catalog B004https://www.diffordsguide.com/cocktails/recipe/561/bourbon-crusta · amounts, steps, timing and entity relationships
  • Kokto governed media recordCocktail App project owner · Project-owned generated original — all rights reserved

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