Slightly sweet, lemony fresh and perfectly boozy this Bourbon and Honey Lemon Fig Cocktail is a great drink recipe for a last-minute happy hour!

I’m all about winter citrus in cocktails right now! Over here in Minnesota we’re still shoveling our way out of the snow and I just need something bright, fresh and flavorful to help me survive the last month or so of winter.

Don’t get me wrong, I absolutely love winter and all the snow when I’m out playing in it with the dog (yes, I am five.) but shoveling and driving through the icy mess gets a bit old after a while. After shoveling for the 3rd time in 24 hours, I’m sick of hot chocolate and ready for something with a bit more of a kick.

This lemon fig cocktail starts with my favorite, bourbon (of course!) and some fresh lemon juice to keep the flavor light and citrusy. The best part of this drink is the addition of fig preserves making it slightly sweet, fruity and nutty. You can find fig preserves in most grocery stores or if you don’t want to shovel your driveway, grab yourself a jar on amazon.

The thyme is a nice garnish and the flavor actually goes great with the lemon and the fig but rosemary would be a great swap in if you don’t have thyme on hand. Or, skip the fresh herbs and add a slice or two of fresh figs if they’re in season you lucky duck!

Whatever your cocktail of choice this time of year, make sure it’s flavorful, easy and boozy! Cheers Friends!

How to Make a Bourbon and Honey Lemon Fig Cocktail Video {35 SEC}:

Bourbon and Honey Lemon Fig Cocktail

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Slightly sweet, lemony fresh and perfectly boozy this Bourbon and Honey Lemon Fig Cocktail is a great drink recipe for a last minute happy hour!

Author: Kristen
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Yield: 1 Cocktail 1x

Ingredients

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Honey Simple Syrup

1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup water

Bourbon and Honey Lemon Fig Cocktail

2 ounces Bourbon whiskey
1 tablespoon fig preserves
1/2 ounce honey simple syrup
1/2 ounce fresh lemon juice
Sprig of fresh thyme
Lemon slice

Instructions

To make the Honey Simple Syrup, in a 1-quart saucepan, mix honey and water. Heat about 2 minutes over medium-high heat, stirring constantly until honey is dissolved. Remove from heat; and set aside 1 hour to cool. Pour syrup into glass jar. Cover jar; refrigerate until ready to use. Makes about 1/2 cup.
In a shaker filled with ice, combine bourbon, fig preserves, honey simple syrup and lemon juice. Shake vigorously for at least a minute.
Strain into a glass with ice. Garnish with a slice of lemon and a sprig of thyme.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 Serving
Calories: 230
Sugar: 17g
Sodium: 0mg
Fat: 0g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg

What’s your favorite cocktail? Pop into the comments below and tell me all about it!

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Bourbon and Honey Lemon Fig Cocktail {Video}

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