Smoky Caramel Cola Cocktail
A rich, smoky, and sweet cocktail featuring caramel syrup, cola, and smoked bourbon—perfect for parties or cozy nights in.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Cocktail
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 oz caramel syrup
- 2 oz smoked bourbon
- 6 oz cola
- Ice
- Orange peel (for garnish)
- Sea salt (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your glass: Take your tumbler or rocks glass and fill it with ice. Set aside.
- Measure the caramel syrup: Add 1 oz (30 ml) of caramel syrup to your cocktail shaker.
- Add the bourbon: Pour in 2 oz (60 ml) of smoked bourbon. If you’re using liquid smoke, add just a drop to the bourbon before mixing.
- Add the cola: Pour in 6 oz (180 ml) of cola. For a lighter drink, you can adjust to taste by adding more cola.
- Shake it up: Add a handful of ice to the shaker, securely close the lid, and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
- Pour and garnish: Strain the cocktail into your prepared glass with ice. Garnish with a twist of orange peel and a pinch of sea salt, if desired.
- Serve immediately: This cocktail is best enjoyed fresh and cold.
Notes
[‘Use quality ingredients for the best flavor.’, ‘Chill your glass before serving for a colder drink.’, ‘Taste test to balance the sweetness and smokiness.’, ‘A little liquid smoke goes a long way—start with a drop.’, ‘Prepare garnishes ahead for easy serving.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 10
- Carbohydrates: 15
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