Gold Rush: The Summer Treat Worth Its Weight in Flavor

Laura Kuhn
May 28
2 min read

The Summer Treat

Left Bank bourbon

honey syrup

lemon juice

ice ball

lemon peel

Simple. Bright. Effortlessly cool. The Gold Rush is a modern bourbon cocktail that has earned its place as a summer staple. It’s a refreshingly smooth blend of whiskey, lemon, and honey—a whiskey sour’s sun-kissed cousin. At Left Bank, we make ours with rich Left Bank Bourbon, balancing warmth with citrus and a touch of sweetness for a drink that’s as golden as its name.

The Left Bank Gold Rush

The Gold Rush proves that fewer ingredients can deliver more flavor. It’s clean, bold, and undeniably refreshing. Here’s how we craft it behind the bar:

Left Bank Bourbon – The foundation. With notes of caramel, spice, and oak, our bourbon brings body and soul to this bright cocktail.
Honey Syrup – Made from pure honey and warm water, it’s smooth, floral, and lightly sweet—blending beautifully without being sticky.
Fresh Lemon Juice – The spark. Bright and zesty, it cuts through the sweetness and lifts the bourbon.
Ice Ball – A single large sphere chills the cocktail while preserving the boldness of the pour.
Lemon Peel – Expressed over the glass and dropped in for an aromatic citrus finish.

Why It Works

The Gold Rush is perfect for summer because it delivers on both refreshment and flavor. The honey syrup gives it a rich mouthfeel, while the lemon juice keeps things crisp and clean. Bourbon gives the drink its structure, grounding the lightness with a warm, amber base.

It’s sunshine in a glass, whether you’re sipping it on a patio or cooling off after a long day.

When to Drink a Gold Rush

Warm evenings when you want something bright and smooth
Outdoor gatherings and rooftop happy hours
Anytime you want a whiskey cocktail that’s not too heavy

Bright. Balanced. Bourbon-forward. Buy a bottle of Left Bank and treat yourself to a Gold Rush—a cocktail that proves bourbon can be just as refreshing as it is refined. Because when summer hits, we don’t water things down—we just pour smarter.