Bourbon whiskeys are some of the most versatile drinks available since you can use them as ingredients to make other favorite drinks, such as bourbon cocktails. The other interesting fact is how simple it is to make bourbon cocktails. You can make them at home by following simple guidelines, and you do not need any bartending and mixology training and expertise.
If you are new to mixology and cocktails preparation, consider simpler bourbon cocktails you can make. The simplicity does not affect the taste, but these are some of the most refreshing cocktails you can make. Consider these bourbon cocktails when planning to make any cocktails in the future.
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1. Bourbon Apple Cedar
Apple cedar is one of the most sophisticated bourbon cocktails containing a mix of apple cedar, orange, and lemon. The mixture of ingredients makes it ideal for relaxation, especially in the evenings after a long day of hard work and stress. It can also be the best cocktail for unwinding from a stressful situation. If you want an ideal summer drink, this should be the best bourbon cocktail to relax on a hot day and host summer evening parties and pool parties. The taste is further boosted by the type of bourbon used; Weller bourbon generates a powerful, refreshing, lasting flavor and taste.
You can make it easily by mixing the ingredients in a glass, shaking and stirring to form a uniform mixture. You can serve the drink with a cinnamon stick and apple slices, or you can get creative by garnishing using lemons or mint. The cocktail is the perfect balance of fresh and cozy, and a gulp chills the body enabling you to calm down and relax effectively.
2. Two-Hit Fig Punch
If you love rum, bourbon whiskey or a bourbon whiskey spiced with some rum, this is the best cocktail to try at home. The high-spirited punch makes it an ideal drink for adults due to the 28% alcohol concentration. Figs is one of the most refreshing fruits; when you add lemon juice, you can boost the punch flavor and make it aesthetically pleasing. In a small ball, start by muddling figs and adding syrup before adding other juices.
To boost the punch flavors, you need to squeeze the lemon juice from fresh lemons and not processed juices. You can add a little citrus and orange juice to the mixture to make it fuzzier and refreshing. The best rum to use is Jamaican rum or any more than three years old. When serving the drink, you can garnish it with grated nutmeg or a lime wheel.
3. Blackberry Bourbon Smash
Are you ready for another incredible and refreshing cocktail? Meet the blackberry bourbon smash. This is another summer cocktail with an alcohol content of about 12%. The fizzy and fruity cocktail utilizes refreshing recipes, such as ginger ale and fresh lemon juices. The addition of aged bourbon to the mixture gives the cocktail an ancient refreshing taste and a fulfilling drink.
The fruity taste is mainly contributed to by mint leaves and blackberries, which significantly contribute to the fragrance. Another attractive feature of this drink is the color and a combination of different garnishes, mainly mint and lemon slices. The garnishing is a perfect choice and inclusion since they contribute to the subtle sweetness. However, you can drink the cocktail without the garnishes if you maintain the key ingredients.
4. Bourbon Spiked Hot Chocolate
Adding chocolate to a cocktail, especially a bourbon cocktail, makes the final drink sweetener, enriching and a little refreshing. Depending on your favorite selection, you can use any chocolates as long as the hot choco is blended with your favorite bourbon. There is no special bourbon; you can use your favorite bourbon.
Due to the low alcohol content of 3% can be suitable for teens or first-time drinkers, making it suitable for teenage parties. You can top your drink with some marshmallows or whipped cream. It is also tastier due to the high sugar content contributed by chocolate and the toppings. During the cold winters, this is the best winter cocktail to warm you up, especially in the evenings.
5. The Gold rush cocktails
It can be much easier to make some excellent bourbon cocktails when you have a few ingredients such as some bourbon, honey, and lemon juice. The limited ingredients make it one of the easiest cocktails to make. Add the ingredients (bourbon whiskey, honey syrup, and squeezed lemon juice) to a cocktail shaker with some ice cubes. After shaking well, strain it into a chilled cocktail glass and add some ice cubes.
You get some powerful hits with a taste of sweetness and some sourness. You can also add some ice to the drink to make it cooler and refreshing. Honey thickens the cocktail making it thicker yet refreshing. Garnish it with some lemons to boost the golden color, also due to honey syrup.
6. Whiskey Sour Cocktail
If you love your cocktail a little sour, this is the best cocktail to consider. The sour taste is also due to citrus and some sour whiskey. If you love something complex, you can consider other optional ingredients, such as eggs. Eggs may contribute some nutritional benefits, but they are not essential. You can also try other whiskey options to meet the desired taste. You can top it with other products, such as garnishes or some sour fruits for extra flavor.
Conclusion
There is an endless list of bourbon cocktails to enjoy. You can select the cocktail based on the occasion, such as summer, winter, parties, and other casual moments. They are also simpler to make, meaning you can prepare them at home and enjoy them with family or friends. While selecting the cocktails to prepare, consider the alcohol contents.
