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Whiskey Cocktail Recipes

These whiskey drinks cover a broad mix of flavors, from bold and spirit-forward to balanced cocktails that are easy to sip.

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The Boulevardier Cocktail: A Negroni's Bourbon Cousin

Boulevardier

BASE: Bourbon, Campari, Sweet Vermouth

  • 1 1/2 oz Bourbon
  • 1 oz Campari
  • 1 oz Sweet Vermouth
  • Orange Peel for garnishment
The Bourbon Renewal: Modern Bourbon Sour with Cassis Depth

Bourbon Renewal

BASE: Bourbon

  • 2 oz Bourbon
  • 1 oz Lemon Juice
  • 1/2 oz Crème de Cassis
  • 1/2 oz Simple Syrup
  • 1 dash Angostura Bitters
  • Blackberries for garnishment
The Revolver: The Beatles-Inspired Bourbon Revolution

Revolver

BASE: Bourbon

  • 2 oz Bourbon
  • 1/2 oz Coffee Liqueur
  • 2 dashes Orange Bitters
  • Orange Peel for garnishment
The Mint Julep: A Refreshing Bourbon Classic

Mint Julep

BASE: Bourbon

  • 2 oz Bourbon
  • Mint Sprig for garnishment
  • 3/4 oz Simple Syrup
  • Bouquet of Mint for garnishment
The Bourbon Milk Punch: Bourbon Comfort in an Opaque, Old-School Form

Bourbon Milk Punch

BASE: Bourbon

  • 1 3/4 oz Bourbon
  • 2 1/2 oz Whole Milk
  • 1/2 oz Vanilla Syrup
  • 1/4 tsp Grated Nutmeg for garnishment
Whiskey Sour: The Classic American Cocktail

Whiskey Sour

BASE: Bourbon

  • 2 oz Bourbon
  • 3/4 oz Lemon Juice
  • 3/4 oz Simple Syrup
  • 1/2 Egg White
The Whiskey Smash: A Refreshing Blend of Citrus and Mint

Whiskey Smash

BASE: Bourbon

  • 1 1/2 oz Bourbon
  • Mint Sprig for garnishment
  • 2 dashes Simple Syrup
  • Lemon Wheels for garnishment
  • Lemon Wheel for garnishment
The Improved Whiskey Cocktail: A Refined Classic

Improved Whiskey Cocktail

BASE: Bourbon, Absinthe

  • 2 oz Bourbon
  • 1 tsp Sugar
  • 1 barspoon Maraschino Liqueur
  • 1 dash Absinthe
  • 1 dash Angostura Bitters
  • 1 dash Peychaud's Bitters
  • Lemon Peel for garnishment
The New York Sour: A Whiskey Cocktail with a Wine Twist

New York Sour

BASE: Bourbon

  • 2 oz Bourbon
  • 1 oz Lemon Juice
  • 1 oz Simple Syrup
  • 1/4 oz Red Wine
The Lion's Tail: Bourbon, Lime, and Allspice in an Unusual Classic

Lion's Tail

BASE: Bourbon

  • 2 oz Bourbon
  • 1/2 oz Lime Juice
  • 1/2 oz Allspice Dram
  • 1/4 oz Simple Syrup
  • 1 dash Angostura Bitters
  • Orange Peel for garnishment
The Amaretto Sour: Almond Sweetness Rebuilt with Balance

Amaretto Sour

BASE: Bourbon

  • 1 1/2 oz Amaretto
  • 1/2 oz Bourbon
  • 1 oz Lemon Juice
  • 1/4 oz Simple Syrup
  • 1/2 oz Egg White
  • 2 dashes Angostura Bitters
  • Lemon Twist for garnishment
  • Brandied Cherry for garnishment
The Brown Derby Cocktail: A Hollywood Classic

Brown Derby

BASE: Bourbon

  • 1 1/2 oz Bourbon
  • 3/4 oz Grapefruit Juice
  • 3/4 oz Honey Syrup
  • Grapefruit Peel for garnishment
The John Collins: The Whiskey-Side of the Collins Family

John Collins

BASE: Gin

  • 2 oz Gin
  • 3/4 oz Lemon Juice
  • 1/2 oz Simple Syrup
  • Soda Water (top off)
  • Apple Slice for garnishment
  • Brandied Cherry for garnishment