Bourbon whiskey – America's native spirit – forms the backbone of countless classic cocktails. From timeless favorites like the Old Fashioned and Mint Julep to modern craft creations, explore our comprehensive collection of bourbon-based drinks. Made primarily from corn and aged in new charred oak barrels, bourbon brings notes of vanilla, caramel, and oak to every cocktail.
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Old Fashioned
The quintessential bourbon cocktail. Simple, elegant, and timeless since the 1800s.
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Whiskey Sour
A perfect balance of sweet, sour, and smooth bourbon goodness.
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Mint Julep
The official drink of the Kentucky Derby. Refreshing and sophisticated.
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Manhattan
A sophisticated blend of bourbon, sweet vermouth, and bitters.
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Bourbon Smash
A refreshing, muddled cocktail perfect for warm weather sipping.
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Boulevardier
The bourbon lover's Negroni – bourbon meets Campari and sweet vermouth.
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Gold Rush
A modern classic from NYC – bourbon, honey, and fresh lemon juice.
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Paper Plane
Equal parts bourbon, Aperol, Amaro Nonino, and lemon – perfectly balanced.
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Kentucky Mule
Bourbon's answer to the Moscow Mule – ginger beer, lime, and bourbon.
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Bourbon Highball
Simple and refreshing – bourbon and soda over ice. Perfect for any time.
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Seelbach
From Louisville's historic hotel – bourbon, triple sec, bitters, and champagne.
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John Collins
Bourbon, lemon, sugar, and soda – tall, cool, and effortlessly refreshing.
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Bourbon Lancer
Bourbon meets champagne in this elegant, celebratory cocktail.
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Vieux Carré
New Orleans royalty – bourbon, cognac, vermouth, and Bénédictine.
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Pendennis Club
Louisville's gift – bourbon, apricot brandy, lime, and Peychaud's bitters.
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Fancy Free
An Old Fashioned variation with maraschino liqueur – elegant and complex.
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Lion's Tail
Pre-Prohibition gem with bourbon, allspice dram, and lime – warm and exotic.
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Revolver
Bourbon meets coffee liqueur and orange bitters – dark, bold, dangerous.
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Millionaire
Luxurious pre-Prohibition cocktail with Grand Marnier and egg white.
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New York Sour
A whiskey sour crowned with red wine – stunning and delicious.
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Brown Derby
Hollywood classic – bourbon, fresh grapefruit juice, and honey.
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Ward Eight
Boston original from 1898 – bourbon with orange, lemon, and grenadine.
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Bourbon Daisy
Pre-Prohibition charmer with bourbon, lemon, and grenadine.
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Blinker
Forgotten Prohibition gem with grapefruit and raspberry – tart and sweet.
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Kentucky Colonel
Smooth sipper – bourbon with Bénédictine, herbal and sophisticated.
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Bourbon Renewal
Modern creation with bourbon, lemon, and crème de cassis – tart and fruity.
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Final Ward
A Last Word variation with bourbon – herbal, citrusy, balanced.
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Derby Cocktail
Race day special – bourbon, vermouth, curaçao, and lime.
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Rattlesnake
Prohibition-era – bourbon, lemon, egg white, and absinthe. Smooth with a bite.
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Bourbon Sidecar
Bourbon twist on the French classic – Cointreau and fresh lemon.
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Bourbon Flip
Rich and dessert-like – bourbon, whole egg, and nutmeg. Creamy indulgence.
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