The Lion’s Tail cocktail is a classic bourbon-based drink with a bold and spicy kick, thanks to its unique combination of allspice dram and lime juice. Originating in the 1930s, this cocktail has its roots in the Prohibition era, possibly influenced by English bartenders. Its exotic and aromatic flavor profile makes it stand out among whiskey cocktails, offering a refreshing twist.
Lion’s Tail Cocktail Recipe
Cuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy
Servings
1
servingsPrep time
4
minutesCalories
211
kcal
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Ingredients
60 ml 2 fl oz Bourbon
15 ml 1/2 fl oz Allspice Dram
15 ml 1/2 fl oz Fresh Lime Juice
10 ml 1/3 fl oz Simple Syrup
2 dashes 2 dashes Angostura Bitters
Ice
Equipment
Cocktail shaker- Jigger
- Hawthorne strainer
- Fine strainer
- Coupe glass
Instructions
- Start by chilling your coupe glass. You can do this by placing it in the freezer or filling it with ice water.
- In a cocktail shaker, combine bourbon, allspice dram, fresh lime juice, simple syrup, and two dashes of Angostura bitters.
- Add ice to the shaker and shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds until the mixture is well-chilled.
- Using both a Hawthorne and a fine strainer, strain the cocktail into the chilled glass to remove any ice shards.
- Garnish with a lime twist or a star anise for an aromatic finish.
Notes
- If you can’t find allspice dram, you can make your own by infusing rum with allspice berries and sweetening it with sugar.
