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Elijah Craig Innovates the 1800's Bourbon & Branch

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Bourbon & Branch was my Mother's favorite drink. "Branch," of course, was plain water. Elijah Craig is promoting a cocktail it's calling "Branch Water." It sounds like an RtD, and maybe it should be, but it's a do-it-yourself blend of bourbon, water, a squeeze of grapefruit and a bit of cucumber bitters. Here's the receipe, developed by Lynn House, portfolio mixologist:

Elijah Craig Branch Water

Ingredients:

1.5oz Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon
1oz fresh squeezed grapefruit juice (or a fresh-squeezed citrus of choice)
4oz spring water (limestone-filtered or other; avoid tap or distilled)
5 dashes of cucumber bitters
Garnish: citrus peel

Method: Build the cocktail in a rocks glass, adding all ingredients and topping with ice. Stir, garnish with a citrus peel and enjoy!

Branch Water is part of Elijah Craig’s Clean Cocktails, a series of simple, light and fresh recipes made for those who prioritize quality ingredients.

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