The Belmont Stakes is one of the most prestigious horse races in the United States, forming the final leg of the Triple Crown series alongside the Kentucky Derby and the Preakness Stakes. Held annually at Belmont Park in New York, it showcases top thoroughbred horses competing in a grueling 1.5-mile race. The Belmont Breeze cocktail, created specifically for the Belmont Stakes, complements the excitement of the event with its refreshing blend of bourbon, sherry, citrus juices, and cranberry, offering a delicious way to celebrate the race’s traditions and the arrival of summer.

This drink was created by Dale DeGroff in 1998 to act as the new official cocktail of the Belmont Stakes. I am sure you will enjoy it as much as we do.

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Belmont Breeze Cocktail

The Belmont Breeze cocktail is a refreshing drink that originated at the Belmont Park racetrack in New York. It typically consists of bourbon, sherry, lemon juice, simple syrup, orange juice, and cranberry juice, garnished with an orange twist or cherry.

Prep Time2

Total Time2

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: American

Keyword: belmont breeze cocktail

Servings:

Calories: 167kcal

Ingredients

1 1/2 Oz Bourbon Whiskey
1/2 Oz Dry Sack Medium Dry Sherry
1/2 Oz Fresh Lemon Juice
1/2 Oz Simple Syrup
Splash of Orange Juice
Splash of Cranberry Juice
5 Mint Leaves
1 Mint Sprig
1 Orange Zest

Instructions

Place all of the ingredients into a cocktai shaker filled with ice and shake vigorously for 15 seconds.
Strain into a chilled cocktail glass and garnish with gresh mint and an orange peel. Enjoy!