Bourbon Blossom: The Spring Cocktail You Can’t Skip

Spring’s blooming and the Bourbon Blossom is whiskey’s floral crown—a sweet, light mix that screams sunshine and petals. Want the best spring cocktail for 2025? Here’s the unbeatable recipe, with bourbon picks that’ll make your glass burst with flavor—no duds, just pure springtime joy.

Why the Bourbon Blossom Shines in Spring

Bourbon, per U.S. law —51% corn, new charred oak—brings caramel sweetness that pairs with spring’s fresh vibes. Add floral notes and fruit, and it’s a picnic in a glass—perfect for April breezes or Easter brunches. It’s whiskey’s spring fling, light yet bold.

Bourbon Blossom Recipe—Step by Step

• Ingredients:
  • 2 oz bourbon (90 proof recommended)
  • 1 oz elderflower liqueur
  • 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 oz honey syrup (1:1 honey and water)
  • 3 oz club soda
  • Ice
  • Edible flower garnish (like pansy)
• Method:
  Shake bourbon, elderflower liqueur, lemon juice, and honey syrup with ice for 10-15 seconds, strain into an ice-filled highball glass, top with club soda, and garnish with an edible flower. Sip and bloom—it’s spring in every bubble.

Bourbon Picks for Your 2025 Blossom

• Woodford Reserve (90.4 proof, $35-$45): Corn-heavy (72% est.), sweet vanilla lifts the floral notes.
• Buffalo Trace (90 proof est., $25-$35): Caramel depth ties to honey, smooth for spring.

Why This Rules Spring 2025

The Bourbon Blossom’s sweet-floral punch—bourbon’s warmth, elderflower’s bloom—makes it a spring star. Sip it on April patios—pure bliss. Ready for the bloom?

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