Maple Leaf Shot

Name: Maple Leaf Shot
Prep time: 3 min
Total time: 3 min
Yield: 1 serving
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 oz bourbon; 0.25 oz maple syrup; 0.25 oz fresh lemon juice

A warming bourbon shot with real maple syrup.

bourbonEasy~25% ABV

MethodShakeGlassShot GlassIcenoneGarnishnone

Recipe

Serves1

Ingredients

1 ozbourbon
¼ ozmaple syrup
¼ ozfresh lemon juice

Tools

shakerjiggerstrainer

Instructions

1Add all ingredients to a shaker with ice.
2Shake until well chilled.
3Strain into a shot glass.

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History & Origin

A documented shot that combines the warmth of bourbon with the sweetness of real maple syrup and a touch of citrus. Popular in Canada and the northern United States.

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