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The Democrat

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Discerning Drinkers (29)
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Measurements in:
Serves:
1
Ingredients
2 fl oz Bourbon whiskey
1⁄2 fl oz Giffard Crème de Pêche de Vigne liqueur
2⁄3 fl oz Honey syrup (3 parts honey to 1 water by weight)
1 fl oz Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)

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How to make

Glass

Photographed in an UB Koto Collins 35cl

Prepare

  1. Select and pre-chill a COLLINS GLASS.
  2. Prepare garnish of lemon slice wheel &/or mint sprigs.

Method

  1. SHAKE all ingredients with ice.
  2. STRAIN into glass filled with crushed ice.

Garnish

  1. Garnish with lemon slice &/or mint sprigs bouquet.

Flavour Profile

No alcohol
Medium
Boozy
Sweet
Medium
Dry/sour
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Health & Nutrition

Nutrition:

One serving of The Democrat contains 241 calories

Alcohol content:

  • 1.7 standard drinks
  • 17.29% alc./vol. (34.59° proof)
  • 23.2 grams of pure alcohol

Values stated for alcohol and calorie content, and number of drinks an ingredient makes should be considered approximate.

History

Created in 2007 by Jon Santer at Bourbon & Branch, San Francisco, USA as "a kind of ode to the south - a democratic stronghold for so long."

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Review

The base spirit is inspired by Harry Truman, 33rd President, who only drank bourbon and is considered by some to be, "the last great Democrat."

Variations/similar cocktails

Gold Rush

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Comments & Discussion

G. M. Genovese Premium Member
I served this over three ice cubes in a rocks glass. Bourbon and peach liqueur is fantastic with the right specs and supporting accents. This is almost fantastic. Willett PS, French creme de peche, 3:1 raw honey syrup. Nice.
score: 4
Sally Morgan Premium Member
The peach works really well with the bourbon
score: 1
Areum Jeon
It's like a gold rush with a hint of peach. Loved it.
score: 4
Simon Difford Verified User Premium Member
Well spotted. I've added a link to Gold Rush above.
score: 1
John Hinojos Premium Member
Great cocktail. Good balance between the bourbon and lemon. Did cut back a little on the honey syrup as I like my cocktails a bit drier.
score: 1
Josh Ryan
Mer really enjoyed it.
score: 1
Sally Morgan Premium Member
Should you be following American politics then this is a lovely sipping companion. Just as nice straight up if it’s a bit chilly- a bit like a cold hot toddy
score: 2
Timothy Shoup
Is the 45ml of lemon J correct?

Most other recipes indicate half that amount... thanks.
score: 2
Simon Difford Verified User Premium Member
Many thanks for bringing to my attention. Can't believe I overlooked revisiting a cocktail with such a poignant name. I have amended recipe accordingly.
score: 1

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