Black-eyed Susan crafted by @artistwithacocktail

Crafted by @artistwithacocktail 🍸

As the horses gear up for the Preakness, so does the time-honored tradition of sipping on the race's signature cocktail: the Black-eyed Susan. This cocktail, named after Maryland's state flower, has undergone many iterations, balancing bourbon's boldness with the tropical notes of pineapple and orange juice. It's a drink that's seen as many twists and turns as the race itself!

Recipe for the Black-eyed Susan

Mixing Instructions

1. 1Consider the “parts” as a call to your own taste; the original recipe went with 2 ounces of orange to ½ ounce of pineapple juice.
2. 2Shake the vodka, bourbon, orange liqueur, orange juice, pineapple juice, and sour mix gently with ice to avoid over-dilution.
3. 3Strain the mixture over crushed ice into a tall Collins glass for a full-bodied look.
4. 4Garnish with a classic combination of an orange slice and a cherry for a pop of color and sweetness.

Personal Twist: After giving the original mix a try, a squeeze of lime and a dash of simple syrup might be added to balance the flavors, especially on a scorching 96-degree day when refreshment is as needed as the race excitement itself.

Whether the Black-eyed Susan cocktail becomes a new personal favorite or not, it's all about the experience and tradition it brings to the Preakness Stakes. As the race heats up and the day gets hotter, let this be the drink in hand to toast to the swift hooves running the tracks. It may not be the Mint Julep of the Kentucky Derby, but it carries its own charm and heritage, promising a refreshing respite from the sweltering heat.

Cocktail Drinking

🐢 Turtle-approved · plant-based · never soggy

Color

Black Clear (naked)

Pack size

100 pack$0.09 / straw 500 pack$0.08 / straw · save 11% 2000 pack$0.07 / straw · save 22%

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