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Deep Water Rye Citrus Smash Cocktail

  • Aug 25
  • 2 min read

About the Cocktail


Every great whiskey deserves its moment in the spotlight, and the Deep Water Rye Citrus Smash is exactly that — a bright, refreshing stage for the bold character of Five & 20 Spirits Deep Water Rye Single Barrel Selection.


We received this recipe from PourMore alongside our bottle of Five & 20 Deep Water Rye, and it immediately felt like summer met sophistication. The rye’s caramel and spice notes mingle beautifully with fresh orange and lemon juice, while honey syrup smooths everything into a golden harmony. Two dashes of orange bitters add just enough intrigue to make each sip feel like a conversation starter.


His Take: 

“It’s the kind of cocktail that makes you want to linger — sweet, citrusy, and just enough rye bite to remind you who’s boss.”


Her Take: 

“It’s sunshine in a glass with a touch of swagger — bright, balanced, and effortlessly elegant.”


The Good Life: 

This cocktail fits right in — it’s the perfect blend of craftsmanship and comfort, a reminder that the Good Life is best enjoyed one sip at a time.

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Cigar smoking and drinking alcohol are for adults of legal smoking and drinking age.

Orange cocktail with ice, orange slice and mint on a wooden bar, with blurred warm lights and Made with AI text.
Crafted with a splash of AI magic — because even great cocktails deserve a digital bartender.

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The Cocktail Recipe

Source: PourMore


Deep Water Rye Citrus Smash


Ingredients

  • 2 oz Five & 20 Deep Water Rye

  • ¾ oz fresh orange juice

  • ½ oz fresh lemon juice

  • ½ oz honey syrup

  • 2 dashes orange bitters

  • Orange wheel and fresh mint, for garnish


Method

  1. Combine the rye, orange juice, lemon juice, honey syrup, and bitters in a shaker with ice.

  2. Shake until well chilled.

  3. Strain into an ice-filled rocks glass.

  4. Garnish with an orange wheel and fresh mint.


Serve immediately and enjoy the balance of citrus brightness and rye warmth.


PLEASE REMEMBER TO DRINK RESPONSIBLY

Cigar smoking and drinking alcohol are for adults of legal smoking and drinking age.

Disclaimer: Cigar smoking and drinking alcohol are for adults of legal smoking and drinking age. Life’s Rants promotes the responsible and legal enjoyment of premium cigars and alcohol by individuals of legal age. We do not endorse or encourage smoking or drinking among minors.



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Disclaimer: Cigar smoking and drinking alcohol are for adults of legal smoking and drinking age. Life’s Rants promotes the responsible and legal enjoyment of premium cigars and alcohol by individuals of legal age. We do not endorse or encourage smoking or drinking among minors.

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