Southern Sunset Cocktail
- Jul 29
- 2 min read
About the Cocktail
The Southern Sunset Cocktail is the kind of drink that doesn’t just arrive — it glows into the room. Built on the warm backbone of Blue Run Kentucky Straight High Rye Bourbon Whiskey 250th Anniversary Edition, this cocktail blends peach, strawberry, citrus, and a whisper of bitters into a sunset‑colored pour that feels both playful and refined. Our daughter Ashley crafted this beauty, leaning into her mixology instincts and that newly acquired Blue Run bottle she’s been proudly exploring.
His Take: A bold, fruit‑forward bourbon cocktail that still lets the rye speak.
Her Take: A smooth, vibrant sip that makes bourbon feel beautifully approachable.
The Good Life: This is the kind of cocktail that turns an ordinary evening into a small celebration.
PLEASE REMEMBER TO DRINK RESPONSIBLY
Cigar smoking and drinking alcohol are for adults of legal smoking and drinking age.
PLEASE REMEMBER TO DRINK RESPONSIBLY
Cigar smoking and drinking alcohol are for adults of legal smoking and drinking age.
The Cocktail Recipe
The Southern Sunset Cocktail
Ingredients
2 oz High Rye Bourbon (we used Blue Run)
1 oz Peach Schnapps
1 oz Reàl Strawberry Purée Syrup
1 oz Orange Juice
½ oz Fresh Lemon Juice
½ oz Simple Syrup
5 dashes Peach Bitters
Candied Orange Slice (garnish)
Method
Combine all ingredients except the garnish in a shaker with ice.
Shake vigorously for 10–15 seconds until well chilled.
Strain into an ice‑filled rocks glass.
Garnish with a candied orange slice.
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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