Copper Orchard is a spirit-forward whiskey cocktail that blends ripe stone fruit with warm spice and a structured, dry finish. Rye whiskey provides backbone and gentle heat, while apricot liqueur adds soft orchard sweetness without tipping the drink into dessert territory. Balanced with LAVA Spiced Demerara Syrup and aromatic bitters, Copper Orchard feels grounded, elegant, and seasonless, perfect for cocktail lists that favor depth and restraint.
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Copper Orchard Recipe
A whiskey-forward cocktail made with rye, apricot liqueur, and LAVA Spiced Demerara Syrup for a warm, balanced finish.
- Total Time: 3
- Yield: 1
Ingredients
• 2 oz rye whiskey
• 0.5 oz apricot liqueur
• 0.25 oz LAVA Spiced Demerara Syrup
• 2 dashes aromatic bitters
• Garnish: dried apricot or expressed orange peel
• Ice: large cube
Instructions
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Add rye whiskey, apricot liqueur, LAVA Spiced Demerara Syrup, and bitters to a mixing glass.
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Add ice and stir until well chilled and properly diluted.
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Strain over a large cube in a rocks glass.
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Garnish with a dried apricot or an expressed orange peel.
Notes
• Rye whiskey keeps the cocktail dry and structured; bourbon will make it softer and slightly sweeter.
• Keep the apricot liqueur restrained to maintain balance.
• Expressing an orange peel adds brightness without shifting the flavor profile.
• Approx 170–200 calories depending whiskey and liqueur used.
- Prep Time: 3
- Method: Stir and strain
