Bourbon Recipes

Bourbon whiskey and bourbon-labelled brands used as cocktail ingredients.

Recipes

Whiskey Smash recipe

Cocktail

Whiskey Smash (Classic Mint & Lemon Cocktail)

The Whiskey Smash is a bright, refreshing bourbon cocktail that blends fresh lemon, mint, and simple syrup for a perfectly balanced sip. Easy to shake and endlessly adaptable, it’s a timeless favorite that bridges summer freshness with whiskey warmth.

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Kentucky Coffee recipe

Hot Drink

Kentucky Coffee – Bourbon Meets Bold Brew

Cozy up with a Kentucky Coffee, where rich, hot coffee meets smooth Kentucky bourbon and a cloud of whipped cream. A simple, heart-warming classic for cold nights and lazy brunches alike.

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Red Old Fashioned recipe

Cocktail

Red Old Fashioned – Bourbon & Grenadine Twist

A striking crimson spin on the classic Old Fashioned. Bourbon’s caramel depth meets a touch of grenadine for color and fruit sweetness—bold, balanced, and perfect for nights that call for something classic with attitude.

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The Grand Old Party Sour recipe

Cocktail

The Grand Old Party Sour – Bourbon and Red Wine New York Sour Twist

A show-stopping whiskey sour variation that layers bourbon, lemon, and simple syrup under a float of dry red wine. Smooth, tart, and dramatic—this cocktail turns any pour into a conversation piece.

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Intermediate
Boulevardier recipe

Cocktail

Boulevardier - Bourbon, Campari & Sweet Vermouth Paris Cocktail

The Boulevardier is a spirit-forward bourbon cocktail with Campari and sweet vermouth, combining whiskey richness with bittersweet herbal depth. This Paris-born classic is stirred and served up for a smooth, complex sip.

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Intermediate
Paper Plane recipe

Cocktail

Paper Plane Cocktail – Bourbon, Aperol & Amaro Equal-Parts Sour

The Paper Plane is a modern bourbon cocktail built on equal parts Aperol, amaro, and fresh lemon juice, delivering a perfectly balanced mix of citrus, bittersweet, and herbal notes.

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Intermediate
Spiced Plum Old Fashioned recipe

Cocktail

Spiced Plum Old Fashioned – Bourbon, Plum & Cinnamon Whiskey Cocktail

A spiced twist on the Old Fashioned, this bourbon cocktail blends fresh plum, cinnamon syrup, and bitters for a balanced, fruit-forward drink with a warm seasonal edge.

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Chai Whiskey Sour recipe

Cocktail

Chai Whiskey Sour - Bourbon, Lemon & Spiced Chai Cocktail

The Chai Whiskey Sour combines bourbon, fresh lemon, and spiced chai syrup in a balanced sour with warming cinnamon, cardamom, and tea notes. Add egg white for the classic silky texture and foamy finish.

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