The Chilled 100 Craft Cocktails w Edmond’s Honor Bourbon

The Chilled 100 Bartenders Craft Bespoke Cocktails Highlighting Edmond’s Honor Bourbon.

In partnership with Pronghorn, Chilled 100 Bartenders develop original cocktails that not only showcase their individual style but also highlight the unique qualities of Edmond’s Honor bourbon.

Discover the captivating allure of the Smoky Aztec cocktail, where every sip tells a story of balance and boldness. The smooth, sweet base of Edmonds Honor lays the groundwork, enriched by warm vanilla notes that invite comfort and familiarity.

A spicy honey syrup follows, weaving in a sweet heat that perfectly complements the bourbon, while also cutting through the richness imparted by chocolate bitters. These bitters introduce a layer of dark, indulgent chocolate, deepening the flavor profile with every taste.

To keep the palate refreshed, a splash of lemon juice adds a bright, citrusy contrast. Finally, the Tajín rim delivers a finishing touch — a salty, spicy, and tangy kick that elevates the overall flavor experience to new heights. Together, these elements create a harmonious cocktail that invites exploration and enjoyment with each sip.

Smoky Aztec

by Sineada Cortes / @starrstatuzz

Ingredients

• 2 oz. Vanilla Bourbon
• 1 oz. Spicy Honey Syrup*
• 2 dashes Chocolate Bitters
• ¾ oz. Fresh Lemon Juice
• Glassware and Garnish: Coupe & Hot Honey Tajin
• Clásico Rim

Preparation

1. Prepare the rim: Brush a stroke of spicy honey on the rim of a rocks glass, then carefully scoop Tajín Clásico to glass.
2. In a mixing glass, combine the Edmonds Honor, spicy honey syrup, chocolate bitters, and lemon juice.
3. Fill the mixing glass with ice.
4. Stir well for 20-30 seconds until thoroughly chilled.
5. Strain the cocktail into the prepared rocks glass filled with fresh ice

*Spicy Honey Syrup

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Preparation

1. Combine honey, water, and chilies in a small saucepan.
2. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the honey is dissolved.
3. Reduce heat and let simmer for about 10-15 minutes, or until the syrup has thickened slightly and the chili flavor has infused.
4. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
5. Strain out the chilies.

The Edmond’s flavor reminds me of Kinda like a morning eating pancakes with maple. That’s why I combined those flavors in a cocktail.

Good Morning

by Luis Estrada / @luigielbartender

Ingredients

• 2 oz. Edmond’s Honor Bourbon
• ½ oz. Nonino
• ¼ oz. Cocci Americano
• ¼ oz. Honey Syrup 
• Orange Zest
• Garnish and Glassware: Fried Jambon, Coupe

Preparation

1. Stir all ingredients and serve.

Since Edmond’s Honor Bourbon has honor in its name. I wanted to craft a cocktail that embodies tradition, integrity, and strength. Perhaps it’s a modern twist on a Manhattan something timeless with a refined edge.

The Honorable Mention

by Willie Mack – @senseimack / @macksology

Ingredients

• 2 oz. Edmond’s Honor Bourbon
• 1 oz. Pineapple Juice
• ¼ oz. Disaronno
• 3-6 dashes Angostura Bitters
• Glassware & Garnish: Stemless Martini glass / The Bitters is the garnish.
• Dashed to make a design, such as an E or H for Edmond’s or Honor Respectively.

Preparation

1. Mix all in shaker tin and gentle shake until foamy.
2. Pour into stemless martini glass and decorate with bitters.

As I was tasting the bourbon, I was looking out my window at the piles of snow. The vanilla notes made me wish to be somewhere warmer and more tropical or at least for spring to arrive in DC. I thought the bourbon would pair well with berries and citrus but also wanted to bring out the almond notes. While there is sweetness from the amaretto and berries, the bourbon gives it a really strong base and the flavors marry beautifully.

Waiting on Spring

by Richelle Rodriguez / @richelle1036

Ingredients

• 2 oz. Edmond’s Honor Bourbon
• ¾ oz. Lemon Simple Syrup
• ½ oz. Strawberry Purée
• ¼ oz. Amaretto
• ¾ oz. Aquafaba
• Glassware and Garnish: Coupe Glass with Strawberry Fan

Preparation

1. Combine all ingredients in shaker tin with ice.
2. Shake vigorously then strain back into tin without ice and shake again (reverse dry shake).
3. Pour into chilled coupe glass and garnish with strawberry far.
4. Express lemon peel over drink and discard.