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Shaker & Spoon BOO-rbon Box

  • Sep 15, 2025
  • 4 min read

Updated: Jul 29

September 2025 Box

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Three amber cocktails on a black-and-white table with a pear, candle, and theatrical masks in moody light
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About This BOO-rbon Box from Shaker & Spoon


JUST WHEN YOU THOUGHT IT WAS SAFE…


to show your face at the home bar this early in the season—we popped out of the shadows and flipped the script. 


Emerging from the sunny safety of summer, we’ll need all the best tools at our disposal; and that simply must be bourbon. 


The famed whiskey from Kentucky has a way of taking many cocktails on a one-way trip to all-time classic status, a trajectory our bartenders this month take deadly seriously. 


But of course they’re on a mission outside of superstardom: namely, to creak open the pantry door on the diverse and uniquely delicious bounty of fall ingredients and flavors for their creations!


Perfect Pairings


For a scary good time with your BOO-rbon cocktails, you can check out our three brand recommendations:


Old Granddad Bonded is a high-rye bourbon that delivers bold spice and a strong character, bottled at 100 proof under the Bottled-in-Bond Act. Known for its punchy, peppery profile and lingering heat, it appeals to those who enjoy a more assertive bourbon. Old Granddad offers complexity with notes of cinnamon, oak, and citrus zest. It's a favorite among bartenders and enthusiasts alike for cocktails or neat sipping. A perfect backbone for something with spice!


Evan Williams Bottled in Bond, (often referred to as the white label) is approachable but full of flavor. Aged at least four years and bottled at 100 proof, it offers rich flavors of caramel, vanilla, and oak with a touch of spice. It has a smooth, balanced profile that works well both neat and in cocktails. For its price and quality, it's a staple in many bourbon drinkers’ collections.


Elijah Craig Small Batch is well-balanced and known for its deep flavor and smooth finish. It features rich notes of toffee, vanilla, toasted oak, and a hint of baking spice, thanks to its relatively longer aging. Bottled at 94 proof, it strikes a nice middle ground between boldness and drinkability. Expect a complex bourbon that you won't want to shy away from!


Behind the Cocktails: Greg Mayer


Mischief Night


Beginning his journey in the fires of the kitchen, Greg Mayer has worked his way through every aspect of the hospitality industry. After honing his palate on the kitchen line, Greg moved to the front of the house and found his home. His career behind the stick spans more than a decade, bartending all over the country—including Nashville and Austin, where he worked at some of the best bars in the area and racked up a list of competition wins—and consulting in more than just the United States. Over the past few years, Greg worked with the iconic whiskey Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey, representing the brand in New York City. Now he’s back in creation mode, bringing more cocktails to the Shaker & Spoon community.

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How We Feel About This BOO-rbon Box





Bourbon gift box with Old Grand-Dad and Evan Williams bottles, Boo-Rbon card, and small tasting bottles on a wooden table.

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Related Cocktails


Cocktail in a blue-stemmed coupe beside a lit candle in an eye-shaped holder on black-and-white stripes, moody still life.
Mischief Night - Photo by Shaker & Spoon
Cocktail setup with Old Grand-Dad bourbon, bitters, pumpkin syrup, lemon juice, and a coupe glass beside a Mischief Night recipe card.
Mischief Night

Mischief Night: egg white, bourbon, super lemon juice, spiced pumpkin syrup, mole bitters


Amber iced cocktail in a glass on a brass tray beside a green pear, against a black-and-white checkerboard background.
Sleepy Hollow - Photo by Shaker & Spoon
Whiskey cocktail ingredients and recipe card for Sleepy Hollow on a wooden bar, with Evan Williams bourbon and a glass of ice.
Sleepy Hollow

Sleepy Hollow: bourbon, “triple-strength” apple cider, lapsang-souchong syrup, super lemon juice, smoked rosemary hydrosol


Amber cocktail in a cut-glass tumbler with ice and peanut garnish, beside peeled banana pieces on a black-and-white checkerboard surface.
Nervous Laughter - Photo by Shaker & Spoon

Nervous Laughter: allspice-infused brown butter fat–washed bourbon, bananas after dark syrup, walnut bitters, circus peanut garnish

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About Shaker & Spoon


This information was copied on July 28, 2026. For the most up-to-date information, please visit Shaker & Spoon's website.


WHAT IS SHAKER & SPOON


Shaker & Spoon is a cocktail subscription service that delivers everything you need to make incredible drinks at home—minus the alcohol. Each month, you’ll get three original recipes plus all the syrups, mixers, garnishes, and know-how to craft 12 standout cocktails.


All the fun of bartending at home, no experience required.


HOW DOES IT WORK?


Every month, typically around mid-month, we deliver a curated box packed with everything you need to craft incredible cocktails at home (minus the spirits).


Inside, you’ll find three original recipes from award winning bartenders that make 12 drinks total, plus all the syrups, mixers, garnishes, and extras to bring them to life. You’ll also get a playlist to set the vibe, and you can find even more ways to use your ingredients on our Box Recipes page.


HOW MANY DRINKS DOES EACH BOX MAKE


Each Shaker & Spoon box contains three original recipes from award winning bartenders that make 12 drinks total, plus all the syrups, mixers, garnishes, and extras to bring them to life.


IS EVERYTHING SUBSCRIPTION ONLY?


Nope! While we offer a monthly subscription, you can also purchase one-time boxes anytime. We also sell smaller cocktail kits, syrups, garnishes, bitters, and more—so you can stock your bar cart without committing to a subscription.

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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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