Bourbon & Beef: Winter Cocktails that Bring the Heat

Beef & Bourbon: Winter Cocktails That Bring the Heat 

In the heart of winter, guests crave more than a meal, they seek depth, warmth, and indulgence. Rich, full-bodied flavors take center stage, inviting them to linger a little longer at the table. This seasonal collection of steak and cocktail pairings is designed to ignite your food and beverage program. Thoughtful twists, like a bold reimagining of the New York Sour, meet sturdy, premium cuts built for the colder months. Featuring St. Elmo’s Rare Saint Bourbon and Meats by Linz selections such as Skirt Steak, Brisket, and Tri-Tip, each pairing is intentionally crafted to amplify flavor, elevate the guest experience, and bring refined comfort to your winter menu. 

1. New York Sour Twist (Wheat Bourbon Based Cocktail) 

Ingredients: 

• 2 oz Rare Saint Wheated Bourbon 

• 0.5 oz Lemon Juice 

• 0.5 oz Lime Juice 

• 1 oz Honey Mint, Strawberry Syrup 

• 0.75 oz St Germain 

• Top with Sparkling Wine 
   

Instructions 

• Add all ingredients into a shaking tin 

• Shake and double train into a coupe glass 

• Top with a sweet sparkling wine 

• Garnish with a small clothespin of mint and fresh strawberries 

Flavor Profile: 

• Notes of carmel, honey, and rich vanilla 

• Subtle notes of lemon, lime and mint strawberry  

Perfect Pairings: 

• Salad 

• Carpaccio 

• Intermezzo Courses 

2. Ember & Elder (Rye Bourbon + Spiced Red Wine Cocktail) 

Ingredients 

• 2 oz Rye Rare Saint 

• 1 oz Lemon Juice 

• 0.75 oz Demerara Syrup 

• 0.5 oz Orange Liquor 

• Floated with a Spice Red Wine (Tempranillo) 

Instructions: 
 

• Add the first four ingredients into a shaking tin 

• Shake well and double strain into a highball glass 

• Float the top with red wine of your choosing 

• Garnish with a dehydrated lemon wheel. 

Perfect Pairings: 

• Brisket 

• Tri-Tip 

• Skirt Steak 

Winter is the season to deepen the experience around your steak pairings. As guests gravitate toward richer flavors and more indulgent dining moments, this is the time to spotlight cocktail-driven features that complement hearty, premium cuts. These winter combinations bring warmth, structure, and sophistication to the table, a refined way to showcase Meats by Linz selections through bold, seasonal pairings crafted for the colder months. 

Cocktail recipes & pairings by: Thomas Burris | Arizona Sales Representative