Hibiscus Bourbon Cocktail Recipe
Slightly sweet with floral notes, this Hibiscus Bourbon Cocktail is a bright and summery drink with warm vanilla bourbon undertones.
How to Make the Best Hibiscus Bourbon Cocktail
This hibiscus bourbon cocktail is a stunning drink that brings together floral and botanical notes with the warmth of quality bourbon. The vibrant hibiscus simple syrup gives the drink its signature color and subtle tartness, while the orgeat adds a smooth almond undertone that perfectly complements the bourbon’s vanilla notes.
Perfect for warm weather entertaining, this cocktail is both elegant and surprisingly easy to make. The key to this drink is the homemade hibiscus simple syrup—it’s worth taking the few extra minutes to prepare, as it elevates the entire cocktail. The syrup keeps for up to two weeks, so you can make a batch and have the foundation ready for multiple drinks throughout the week.
Whether you’re serving this at a summer gathering or enjoying it on a quiet evening, the Hibiscus Bourbon Cocktail offers a refreshing escape with every sip. The balance of sweet, tart, and botanical flavors makes it an impressive drink that tastes far more complicated than it actually is.
Hibiscus Bourbon Cocktail
Slightly sweet with floral notes, this Hibiscus Bourbon Cocktail is a bright and summery drink with warm vanilla bourbon undertones.
Ingredients
Hibiscus Simple Syrup
Cocktail
Instructions
Hibiscus Simple Syrup
- In a medium size container—a bowl or mason jar—combine hot water, sugar and hibiscus powder.
- Whisk until sugar is completely dissolved.
Cocktail
- In a cocktail shaker, combine all cocktail ingredients.
- Add ice and shake vigorously for a full 10 seconds.
- Strain into a rocks glass with crushed ice.
Notes
- The hibiscus simple syrup can be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.