6 Best Cocktails to Make with Bourbon

6 Best Cocktails to Make with Bourbon

Bourbon is a classic American whiskey known for its rich and robust flavors. Whether you're a bourbon aficionado or just starting to explore this fantastic spirit, there are countless ways to enjoy it in cocktails. In this blog, we'll introduce you to six delightful bourbon cocktails, featuring some well-loved bourbons like Pendleton Whiskey, Garrison Brother Honey Dew, Old Forester 1870, Garrison Brother Balmorhea Bourbon, and Buffalo Trace. Let's dive into the world of bourbon mixology!

1. Classic Old Fashioned

Ingredients:

• 2 oz Buffalo Trace Bourbon
• 1 sugar cube
• 2 dashes Angostura bitters
• Orange twist
• Cherry for garnish

Instructions:

1. Muddle the sugar cube and bitters in an Old Fashioned glass.
2. Add ice and Buffalo Trace Bourbon.
3. Stir well.
4. Garnish with an orange twist and a cherry.

The Classic Old Fashioned is a timeless bourbon cocktail that lets the whiskey's character shine through.

2. Kentucky Mule

Ingredients:

• 2 oz Garrison Brother Honey Dew Bourbon
• 1/2 oz lime juice
• Ginger beer
• Lime wheel for garnish

Instructions:

1. Fill a copper mug with ice.
2. Add Garrison Brother Honey Dew Bourbon and lime juice.
3. Top with ginger beer.
4. Stir gently and garnish with a lime wheel.

The Kentucky Mule is a zesty and refreshing twist on the Moscow Mule, with the sweet and spicy notes of Garrison Brother Honey Dew Bourbon.

3. Bourbon Smash

Ingredients:

• 2 oz Old Forester 1870 Bourbon
• 1/2 oz simple syrup
• 1/2 oz lemon juice
• Mint leaves
• Crushed ice
• Lemon wheel and mint sprig for garnish

Instructions:

1. Muddle mint leaves, simple syrup, and lemon juice in a glass.
2. Fill the glass with crushed ice.
3. Add Old Forester 1870 Bourbon and stir.
4. Garnish with a lemon wheel and a mint sprig.

The Bourbon Smash is a delightful and herbaceous cocktail with a balanced blend of sweet and sour.

4. Garrison Brother Boulevardier

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 oz Garrison Brother Balmorhea Bourbon
• 3/4 oz Campari
• 3/4 oz sweet vermouth
• Orange twist for garnish

Instructions:

1. Stir Garrison Brother Balmorhea Bourbon, Campari, and sweet vermouth with ice in a mixing glass.
2. Strain into a rocks glass over a large ice cube.
3. Garnish with an orange twist.

The Garrison Brother Boulevardier is a bourbon variation of the classic Negroni, with a harmonious balance of bitter and sweet flavors.

5. Pendleton Whiskey Sour

Ingredients:

• 2 oz Pendleton Whiskey
• 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 oz simple syrup
• Lemon wheel and cherry for garnish

Instructions:

1. Shake Pendleton Whiskey, lemon juice, and simple syrup with ice.
2. Strain into a rocks glass filled with ice.
3. Garnish with a lemon wheel and a cherry.

The Pendleton Whiskey Sour is a tangy and well-balanced bourbon cocktail with a touch of sweetness.

6. Buffalo Trace Mint Julep

Ingredients:

• 2 1/2 oz Buffalo Trace Bourbon Kosher Straight Rye 750ml
• 8-10 fresh mint leaves
• 1/2 oz simple syrup
• Crushed ice
• Mint sprig for garnish

Instructions:

1. Muddle mint leaves and simple syrup in a glass.
2. Fill the glass with crushed ice.
3. Add Buffalo Trace Bourbon and stir.
4. Garnish with a mint sprig.

The Buffalo Trace Mint Julep is a classic Southern cocktail, perfect for warm weather and horse racing events.

These six bourbon cocktails showcase the versatility and depth of flavor that bourbon brings to mixology. Whether you prefer a classic or a modern twist, there's a bourbon cocktail mixes to suit every palate. Cheers to savoring the intricate flavors of these bourbons in delightful concoctions!