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Rich & Bright
Sol’s Golden Hour Sour
There’s a kind of quiet light right before sunset — everything softens and glows. That’s this whisky drink. One of our favorite collaborators, Solmaz Saberi, created a cocktail — the Golden Hour Sour — that mirrors her designed meal’s palette and depth. Clarified citrus, saffron-honey syrup, and Maker’s Mark create something silky, floral, and unexpectedly bright. It’s a full-sensory pairing. A little unreasonable. And completely unforgettable.
- Intermediate
- 5-7 min
- Citrus
ingredients and how to craft
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2
Maker’s Mark® Kentucky Straight Bourbon
- 0.75 clarified citrus*
- 0.5 saffron–honey syrup*
- 1 egg white (or aquafaba)
- Ice
How to craft
STEP 1:
Rim glass with sumac-sugar-salt.
STEP 2:
Shake bourbon, citrus, saffron-honey syrup + egg white (no ice).
STEP 3:
Add ice + shake again.
STEP 4:
Double-strain into coupe.
STEP 5:
Garnish with saffron threads or orange blossom mist.
Clarified Citrus
- Stir milk into mixed citrus.
- Chill until curdled (45–60 min).
- Strain through coffee filter until clear.
Stores up to 5 days.
Saffron-Honey Syrup
Warm (don’t boil), stir in saffron, steep 15 min, strain.
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Maker’s Sour
The Maker’s Sour is a refined and refreshing blend of sour and sweet. Our Maker’s Sour is inspired by the Whisky Sour, a refreshingly citrus-forward cocktail; 1862’s "The Bartender's Guide" by Jerry Thomas is recognized as one of the first mentions of this classic. This cocktail has had enduring appeal and reaches a new level of refreshing when the sour notes are mixed with Maker’s® sweetness.
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Intermediate
- 3-5 min
- Citrus
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The 46 Manhattan
A smooth bourbon Manhattan made with Maker’s Mark® 46 French Oaked Bourbon, sweet vermouth and Angostura® aromatic bitters, stirred over ice and strained into a chilled coupe glass. Finished with expressed orange peel and a rinsed Luxardo cherry, this classic Manhattan cocktail balances rich vanilla, caramel and toasted oak notes from the French oaked bourbon with a long, elegant finish.
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Easy
- 1-3 min
- Intense
- Light & Bright
New York Sour
Don’t let the name fool you! The New York Sour may sound like an East Coast classic, but its roots likely trace back to Chicago. Over time, it’s picked up more than a few nicknames — Continental Sour, Claret Snap, even Southern Whisky Sour — all hinting at its ability to charm just about anyone, anywhere. With a bold bourbon base and a dramatic float of red wine, the New York Sour is as eye-catching as it is delicious, and it’s easier to make than it looks.
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Intermediate
- 3-5 min
- Citrus
- SMOOTH FINISH
Maker’s Mark® Kentucky Straight Bourbon
We go above and beyond to create a warm, inviting whisky that has a softer, sweeter style without the burn and bite. With a signature velvety mouthfeel, and balanced notes of bright cherry, delicate vanilla, caramel and a hint of soft spices, Maker's Mark can be best enjoyed served neat, on the rocks or a classic Whisky Sour.
At our homeplace, Star Hill Farm, the flavor and quality of our whisky is shaped by the very land it comes from.
