Whiskey Champagne Punch
RECIPE: Clint Rogers for The Dawson, Chicago
It’s finally patio season, and The Dawson in Chicago recently rolled out a long list of refreshing punches fit for the occasion. The Champagne Whiskey Punch presents a blend of tart raspberries and bright lemon that helps temper the oak and vanilla flavors of the whiskey. Champagne brings a snappy punch of bubbles to the mix. Batch one up for your next patio party.
Ingredients
Yield:6-8
- 8 oz. bourbon (Old Forester 90 Proof)
- 5 oz. fresh lemon juice
- 4 oz. raspberry syrup
- 2 oz. simple syrup
- 5 dashes Angostura bitters
- Top with 1 bottle sparkling wine (Dawson uses Piper Heidsieck)
- Tools:punch bowl, bar spoon
- Glass:punch glass or coupe
Preparation
Combine the whiskey, lemon, bitters, and syrups together in a punch bowl over a large ice cube and stir until ingredients are integrated. Top with sparkling wine.