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Indulge in the rich and complex flavors of our Black Gold Whiskey co*cktail. Made with premium whiskey, smooth Kahlua and orange liqueurs, and aromatic bitters, this sophisticated drink is perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re sipping it on a cozy night in or serving it to guests, this co*cktail is sure to impress with its bold and luxurious taste.
This recipe was originally posted in 2017 so it was time for an update. I’ve added detailed instructions to help you make it but no changes were made to the ingredients.
Bootleg Black Gold Whiskey co*cktail is smooth, a little sweet beverage with orange essence. This co*cktail recipe is great after dinner or an anytime drink for sipping. Even if Whiskey isn’t your thing, this drink whiskey co*cktail could have you changing your mind.
My Bootleg Whiskey Recipe is similar to a Whiskey and Kahlua co*cktail known as a revolver. However, I’ve amped up the booze for a dangerously smooth and delicious Black and Gold co*cktail.
You are going to love this boozy Whiskey co*cktail recipe sweetened with Kahlua and finished with an essence of orange.
Why You’ll Love This Gold co*cktail
Here are some reasons why you are going to love this Kahlua Whiskey co*cktail.
It’s so easy to make! Simply mix it up, shake it in ice, strain it into a glass, and sip.
Perfect for sipping alone or as an after-dinner drink. When you want something simple to make and deliciously smooth, you will reach for this Black and Gold co*cktail.
Equipment Needed to Make Gold and Black Whiskey
Shaker. Shake this one over ice first. But strain out the ice because it is best enjoyed slowly. Ice would dilute the taste.
Strainer. Removes the ice from the drink as it is poured into your co*cktail glass.
co*cktail glasses. You might as well enjoy your drink in something beautiful and have the perfect amount for an evening co*cktail. I found these glasses in an antique store and just love them.
Vegetable peeler. I use a peeler to peel the rind of the orange into strips.
Ingredients For Your Black Gold Whiskey co*cktail
The best tip for making a good co*cktail is to use good ingredients. Start with ingredients that stand on their own with good quality.
GoodWhiskey. Use a smooth whiskey or bourbon.
Kahlua. A liqueur made from coffee beans and rum.
Orange Liqueur. Grand Marnier Cordon Rouge is our choice.
Orange Bitters. This is a co*cktail flavoring made from the peels of Sevilleoranges, cardamom, caraway seed, coriander, anise, and burnt sugar in an alcohol base. It is not the same as standard Angostura aromaticbitters.
Orange Rind Strips. The rind adds a little flavor to the rim of your co*cktail glass so that it’s the first flavor that hits your palette. It is also used for garnish.
How To Make A Bootleg Whiskey Recipe
It’s only going to take you about five minutes to make this drink, and your evening will thank you for it.
Step One. In a shaker, combine Whiskey, Kahlua, Bitters, and Grand Marnier together with a couple of ice cubes. Shake until thoroughly chilled.
Step Two. Wipe the rim of a co*cktail glass with a strip of orange rind.
Step Three. Pour mixed alcohol into a co*cktail glass, straining out the ice.
Step Four. Garnish with thestrip of orange rind used to rim the glass.
Gold co*cktail FAQ
How Do You Serve a Black Gold Whiskey co*cktail?
This drink is served chilled “straight-up” which means shaken with ice and then strained into the glass. We don’t recommend that this co*cktail be served over “rocks” (ice) because the drink will lose its flavor as it’s diluted by the ice.
co*cktails served over ice are generally drank a little quicker. This Bootleg Whiskey Recipe is meant to be sipped.
What’s the difference between whiskey and bourbon?
Bourbon is a type of whiskey. Whiskey is made from fermented grains and then aged in oak barrels. Bourbon must be made from at least 51% corn and aged in charred oak barrels.
Can I use bourbon in this recipe?
Yes. You can use any whiskey or bourbon that you prefer. That can be rye or wheat whiskey or bourbon. Irish or American, it is all about your preference. The whiskey you use will have a specific taste in this whiskey co*cktail recipe. My recommendation is to choose a smooth whiskey which is usually a lower proof. High-proof whiskeys can taste and feel “hot” or burn in your mouth.
A few moderately priced whiskeys that tend to be smooth include:
Buffalo Trace Bourbon
Maker’s Mark Bourbon
Tips to Make the Perfect Black Gold Whiskey co*cktail
For a perfectly chilled co*cktail, make sure you shake it in the ice thoroughly before straining it. Don’t skimp on this step even though it is tempting.
If you use a whiskey that doesn’t taste good, it’s not going to get better mixed into a co*cktail.
A vegetable peeler makes great orange rind strips. Don’t press too hard so very little of the pith sticks to the strip.
Other Amazing co*cktail Recipes You Will Love
- Cuban Manhattan
- Salted Caramel Whiskey co*cktail
- Campari co*cktail
- Italiano co*cktail
- Godmother co*cktail
- Salted Caramel German Chocolate Cake Shot from Take Two Tapas.
We love a good co*cktail! You can find all of our great co*cktails here!
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Bootleg Black Gold Whiskey co*cktail Recipe
Author: Hostess At Heart
Bootleg Black Gold Whiskey co*cktail is smooth, slightly sweet with a touch of orange. It’s a great after dinner or an anytime sipper.
4.34 from 3 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Total Time 5 minutes mins
Course Beverages
Cuisine American
Keyword: co*cktail, whiskey
Servings: 1
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 parts Whiskey
- 1 part Kahlua
- 1 part Orange liqueur
- Orange bitters
- Orange rind strips
Instructions
In a shaker, combine Whiskey, Kahlua, two shakes of Orange Bitters, and Grand Marnier together with a couple of ice cubes. Shake until thoroughly chilled.
Wipe the rim of a co*cktail glass with a strip of orange rind.
Pour mixed alcohol into a co*cktail glass, straining out the ice.
Garnish with thestrip of orange rind used to rim the glass.
Notes
A vegetable peeler makes great orange rind strips. Don’t press too hard so very little of the pith sticks to the strip.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 12kcalCarbohydrates: 1gSodium: 1mgSugar: 1g
Nutritional Disclaimer
This recipe was calculated using the exact brands and measurements I used to make this recipe. If you are following a strict diet please note changing anything will cause the nutritional info to change. My calculations are intended as a guide only.
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Our alcoholic beverages used to consist primarily of a lite beer. From there we started enjoying the microbrews a little more, which we still do, but now we have moved into sipping co*cktails like this Gold co*cktail.
John came up with the Bootleg Black Gold Whiskey co*cktail recipe, and if we still had to worry about “Prohibition”, I’d probably have a still in my basem*nt just so I could sip one now and then.
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