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20 Classic Bourbon Cocktails For Year Round Enjoyment

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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.

ginger lime whiskey sour
Emily Hlavac Green
1 of 20
Ginger Lime Whiskey Sour

Ginger adds a spicy kick to the traditional whiskey sour.

Get the recipe from Delish.

mint julep delishcom
Joel Goldberg
2 of 20
Classic Mint Julep

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.

Get the recipe from Delish.

maple bourbon old fashioned
Ethan Calabrese
3 of 20
Maple Bourbon Old-Fashioned

Try a sweet spin on the classic cocktail.

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hot toddy
Jon Boulton
4 of 20
Hot Toddy

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

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pecan pie martini
Emily Hlavac Green
5 of 20
Pecan Pie Martini

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

Get the recipe from Delish.

brown sugar old fashioned
Emily Hlavac Green
6 of 20
Brown Sugar Old Fashioned

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

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strawberry jalapeno mint julep
7 of 20
Strawberry Jalapeño Mint Julep

Not just for Derby day.

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brown sugar mint julep
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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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bourbon milk punch
Emily Hlavac Green
9 of 20
Bourbon Milk Punch

This boozy milkshake packs some punch.

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flaming orange old fashioned
10 of 20
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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cider old fashioned delishcom
Jon Boulton
11 of 20
Apple Cider Old Fashioned

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

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manhattan
Dave Lauridsen
12 of 20
Manhattan

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

Get the recipe from Delish.

leftover pecan pie bourbon shake
Ethan Calabrese
13 of 20
Leftover Pecan Pie Bourbon Shake

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

Get the recipe from Delish.

apple pie bourbon shots
Natalie Migliarini
14 of 20
Apple Pie Bourbon Shots

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

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classic eggnog
Emily Hlavac Green
15 of 20
Classic Eggnog

Make perfect eggnog every time.

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werther s hot toddy
Emily Hlavac Green
16 of 20
Werther's Hot Toddies

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

Get the recipe from Delish.

whiskey lemonade punch
Brandon Bales
17 of 20
Whiskey Lemonade Punch

Calling all whiskey lovers!

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bourbon chai toddy
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Bourbon Chai Toddy

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

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the big texan bourbon and grapefruit cocktail
19 of 20
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.

Get the recipe from Delish.

pickle juice whiskey sours
Alexa Payesko
20 of 20
Pickle Juice Whiskey Sours

The best shot and chaser combo all in one.

Get the recipe from Delish.

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