Classic

Brown Derby

Name: Brown Derby
Yield: 1 cocktail
Ingredients: 60 ml Bourbon; 30 ml Grapefruit juice; 15 ml Honey syrup

Served in a coupe glass

Ingredients

60 ml Bourbon
30 ml Grapefruit juice
15 ml Honey syrup

Preparation

Shake all ingredients with ice and strain into a chilled coupe glass.

Garnish

None

Origin story

The Brown Derby cocktail originated in the 1930s in Hollywood, inspired by the famous Brown Derby restaurant, known for its distinctive hat-shaped architecture. It became popular among movie stars and patrons seeking a refreshing drink during the Golden Age of Hollywood.