What Exactly is the Gold Rush Cocktail?
The Gold Rush is a modern bourbon cocktail that combines the richness of bourbon with the sweetness of honey syrup and the tartness of fresh lemon juice. Created in the early 2000s, it’s become a favorite in the bourbon cocktail world for its bright, sweet, and tangy flavor profile. The honey adds a unique depth that complements the boldness of the bourbon, making it both refreshing and satisfying.
The Best Occasions to Enjoy a Gold Rush
The Gold Rush is perfect for casual gatherings or when you’re looking for a fresh take on a bourbon cocktail. Its simple ingredients make it easy to whip up, and it’s an excellent choice for after-dinner drinks or sipping on a warm evening.
How to Make It
Here’s the classic Gold Rush recipe:
- Ingredients:
- 2 oz bourbon
- 3/4 oz honey syrup (equal parts honey and water)
- 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice
- Ice
- Directions:
- Combine bourbon, honey syrup, and lemon juice in a shaker with ice.
- Shake well and strain into a chilled glass.
- Garnish with a lemon twist if desired.
Recipe Credit: Adapted from Imbibe Magazine’s Gold Rush Recipe.
What People Are Saying about the Gold Rush Cocktail
The Gold Rush is praised for its balance between sweet and sour. One Yelp reviewer remarked, “It’s the perfect drink for when you want something both refreshing and warming. The honey is the star, but it never overshadows the bourbon.” It’s often regarded as a smoother alternative to the Whiskey Sour.
Here's a Fun Fact
The Gold Rush was created at New York’s Milk & Honey bar, a now-legendary spot in the cocktail world that helped to revitalize classic cocktail culture in the early 2000s.
Like the balanced ingredients of the Gold Rush, Rickhouse Holding Company’s strategy strikes the perfect balance between risk and reward. We invest in young bourbon barrels and hold them during their prime appreciation years, allowing them to develop value in the same way honey enhances the richness of bourbon in this cocktail. With each year of aging, just as in a well-mixed Gold Rush, the bourbon barrels in our portfolio increase in complexity and value, ensuring strong returns for our investors.
