Brighton Punch

Name: Brighton Punch Cocktail Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 oz Old Mr. Boston Whiskey; 3/4 oz Cognac; 3/4 oz Benedictine; 1/2 Juice of Orange; 1/2 Juice of a Lemon

Brighton Punch is a sophisticated whiskey cocktail that combines bourbon or rye with cognac, Benedictine liqueur, and fresh orange and lemon juices for a balanced, citrus-forward drink.

🏷️Equipment: collins glass

Total

5 min

Servings

4

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$13–$21

Recipe Source

View original recipe

From Mr. Boston Drinks · by Old Mr. Boston De Luxe Official Bartender's Guide

Ingredients

3/4 oz Old Mr. Boston Whiskey
3/4 oz Cognac
3/4 oz Benedictine

1/2 Juice of Orange

1/2 Juice of a Lemon

Instructions

1
Shake well and pour into 12 oz.
2
Tom Collins glass filled with shaved ice.
3
Then fill with carbonated water and stir gently.
4
Serve with straws.
5
Boston Five Star Brandy may be substituted for Cognac.

Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Use fresh-squeezed orange and lemon juice rather than bottled for brighter flavor and better balance with the spirits.
Chill your glass with ice before pouring to keep the drink properly cold without over-dilution.
Measure ingredients precisely using a jigger—the 3:3:3:2:2 ratio of spirits to juices is crucial for balance.
Stir all ingredients with ice before straining to chill and slightly dilute the drink for better integration of flavors.

Substitutions

Old Mr. Boston Whiskey → Maker's Mark or Buffalo Trace (similar proof and smoothness)
Cognac → Armagnac (similar grape brandy with slightly earthier notes)
Bourbon → Rye Whiskey (recipe explicitly allows; produces spicier profile)

Storage & make-ahead

Brighton Punch is best served fresh immediately after preparation. Pre-batched spirit mixture stores in a sealed bottle for up to 2 weeks; add fresh juice only when serving.

Equipment

cocktail jigger · bar spoon or mixing spoon · cocktail strainer · citrus juicer

Common Questions

Can I use Canadian whisky instead of bourbon?

Yes. The recipe calls for bourbon, blended, rye, or Canadian whiskey—all work well. Canadian whisky will produce a slightly smoother result.

Should Brighton Punch be served hot or cold?

Brighton Punch is typically served cold, over ice in a cocktail glass.

What if I don't have Benedictine?

Benedictine is a key component for its herbal sweetness. No direct substitute maintains the same profile; consider a different cocktail if unavailable.