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20 Classic Bourbon Cocktails For Year Round Enjoyment

By Dora Villarosa
ginger lime whiskey sour
Emily Hlavac Green

When it comes to cocktails, Bourbon means business. It's classic and sophisticated, yet seems to invite the unexpected. Bourbon can warm you up or cool you down, and is thus a fantastic addition to a variety of seasonal cocktails. From classic Manhattans to fun takes on juleps to dessert-like Bourbon-based milkshakes, this list has all the recipes you need to enjoy Bourbon year round.

Looking for more cocktail ideas? Check out our favorite rum, vodka, and tequila cocktails.

1

Ginger Lime Whiskey Sour

ginger lime whiskey sour
Emily Hlavac Green

Ginger adds a spicy kick to the traditional whiskey sour.

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2

Classic Mint Julep

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Joel Goldberg

Not only does the classic frosty cup and minty flavor provide a cooling freshness on a hot day, it’s also one of the best low-effort cocktails out there.

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3

Maple Bourbon Old-Fashioned

maple bourbon old fashioned
Ethan Calabrese

Try a sweet spin on the classic cocktail.

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4

Hot Toddy

hot toddy
JONATHAN BOULTON

This classic warm cocktail makes us want to grab a good book and forget all of our worries.

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5

Pecan Pie Martini

pecan pie martini
Emily Hlavac Green

These martinis might look innocent, but trust us, they're STRONG.

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6

Brown Sugar Old Fashioned

brown sugar old fashioned
Emily Hlavac Green

A little brown sugar makes this classic cocktail extra warm cozy.

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7

Strawberry Jalapeño Mint Julep

strawberry jalapeno mint julep

Not just for Derby day.

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8

Brown Sugar Mint Julep

brown sugar mint julep

By using brown sugar instead of white and fresh basil in addition to the classic mint, we upgraded the mint julep to a cocktail you’ll want to sip all summer long.

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9

Bourbon Milk Punch

bourbon milk punch
Emily Hlavac Green

This boozy milkshake packs some punch.

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10

Flaming Orange Old Fashioned

flaming orange old fashioned

When you’re in the mood for a classic, but you want to take things up a notch.

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11

Apple Cider Old Fashioned

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Jon Boulton

A new spin on an old classic. When it comes to apple cider we are smitten.

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12

Manhattan

manhattan
Dave Lauridsen

The classic Manhattan cocktail containing rye whiskey, sweet vermouth, and Angostura bitters.

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13

Leftover Pecan Pie Bourbon Shake

leftover pecan pie bourbon shake
Ethan Calabrese

This is the one time you want to make sure you don't eat all the pecan pie.

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14

Apple Pie Bourbon Shots

apple pie bourbon shots
Natalie Migliarini

Infuse your own bourbon for a treat that tastes just like your fave fall dessert.

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15

Classic Eggnog

classic eggnog
Emily Hlavac Green

Make perfect eggnog every time.

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16

Werther's Hot Toddies

werther s hot toddy
Emily Hlavac Green

The addition of Werther's makes this caramel-flavored hot toddy perfect to cuddle up with.

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17

Whiskey Lemonade Punch

whiskey lemonade punch
Brandon Bales

Calling all whiskey lovers!

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18

Bourbon Chai Toddy

bourbon chai toddy

Sweet, spiced chai makes a fragrant base for a warming winter drink like this toddy.

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19

The Big Texan Bourbon-and-Grapefruit Cocktail

the big texan bourbon and grapefruit cocktail

This quick cocktail is full of big, bold southern flavor thanks to a mix of bourbon, fresh grapefruit, and citrusy basil.

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20

Pickle Juice Whiskey Sours

pickle juice whiskey sours
Alexa Payesko

The best shot and chaser combo all in one.

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