Elevate Your Old Fashioned: Try This Pecan Bourbon Cocktail Recipe!

March 27, 2025March 27, 2025 / bourbonjourney / Leave a comment

✴️Alright, cocktail connoisseurs, get ready to elevate your Old Fashioned game! 🔥 In Thirsty Thursday Bourbon Cocktails: Episode 11, we’re diving deep into decadence with the Pecan Old Fashioned.

Forget your average Old Fashioned – this beauty is a symphony of rich, nutty notes that will tantalize your taste buds. We’re talking smooth Maker’s Mark Bourbon dancing with the luxurious sweetness of Rivulet Pecan Liqueur, all brought to life with a whisper of Toasted Almond Bitters and a seductive hint of Aztec Chocolate Bitters.

This isn’t just a cocktail; it’s an experience. Perfect for a cozy night in, impressing your guests, or simply treating yourself to something truly special.

Ready to craft this liquid masterpiece? Hit play and let’s get shaking (or stirring, in this case!)! 😉

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Directions for Making the Pecan Old Fashioned

📍Ingredients:

✅ 2 oz of Maker’s Mark Bourbon

✅ 1 oz of Rivulet Pecan Liqueur

✅ 2 Dashes of Toasted Almond Bitters

✅ 2 Dashes of Aztec Chocolate Bitters

📍Instructions:

*️⃣ Combine all items in a mixing glass

*️⃣ Add plenty of ice and stir well for 15-30 seconds until well chilled

*️⃣ Strain the cocktail into a rocks glass that has a large ice cube or ball

📍Notes:

✴️ Adjust to your sweetness level by adjusting the Pecan Liqueur. This liqueur substitutes for the traditional simple syrup commonly used in an Old Fashioned

✴️ The combination of bitters adds an additional layer of complexity. You can adjust for more or less toasted almond and/or chocolate

✴️ A wheated bourbon works very well with this cocktail due to its sweet notes of caramel and vanilla as they complement the pecan flavor.

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Maple Habanero Sour: A Flavor Explosion You NEED to Try!

March 20, 2025March 20, 2025 / bourbonjourney / Leave a comment

In episode 10 of Thirsty Thursday Bourbon Cocktails, we present the Maple Habanero Sour cocktail recipe. This spicy cocktail is a complex and exciting sensory experience. This easy Maple Habanero Sour Recipe is made with Russells Reserve 10, bourbon barrel aged maple syrup, fresh lemon juice, habanero bitters, and black walnut bitters.

🍁 SWEETNESS: The first sensation is often the rich, warm sweetness of maple syrup. This sweetness coats the palate, providing an inviting first impression.

🍋 CITRUS ZEST: Quickly following the maple, the tartness of the lemon juice cuts through the sweetness. This provides a refreshing, zesty counterpoint. The habanero’s heat emerges gradually. It’s not always an immediate, overwhelming burn, but rather a slow, warming sensation that builds.

🌶️ SUBTLE HEAT: Habanero peppers have a distinct fruity quality, so the heat is often accompanied by subtle floral or tropical notes.

🎆 FLAVOR FUSION: The interplay between the sweet, sour, and spicy elements creates a layered flavor profile. The maple syrup and citrus work to balance the habanero’s heat, while the habanero adds depth and complexity to the sweet-and-sour base.

🥰 FINISH: The finish can linger, with the warmth of the habanero remaining on the tongue. The sweetness of the maple may also persist, leaving a pleasant aftertaste.

🎉 The overall experience is a delightful dance of contrasting flavors. It’s a cocktail that stimulates multiple taste receptors, offering a balance of sweet, sour, and spicy that can be both refreshing and invigorating.

RECIPE

Maple🍁Habanero🌶️Sour🍋

2 oz of bourbon
.5 oz of barrel aged maple syrup
.5 oz of lemon juice (freshly squeezed, if possible)
3 dashes of habanero bitters (for the heat)
3 dashes black walnut bitters (added depth)
5 dashes of Fee Foam (or one egg white)
Dry shake 15-20 seconds
Add ice and shake 15-20 seconds
Pour into cocktail glass with an ice ball/block
Garnish with 1 dash of black pepper & 1 dried lemon slice

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The Kentucky Coffee: A Recipe for Bourbon Lovers

March 13, 2025March 13, 2025 / bourbonjourney / Leave a comment

In episode 9 of Thirsty Thursday Bourbon Cocktails, we present an exciting twist on the classic Irish Coffee that is destined to be your go-to coffee specialty – the Kentucky Coffee Cocktail! You’ll discover that the Kentucky Coffee boasts a vibrant aroma and delivers a smooth, flavorful experience, where the bold bitterness of black coffee is perfectly balanced by the sweet notes of vanilla and caramel from the Kentucky Bourbon. With a strong, freshly brewed coffee as its foundation, this cocktail packs a punch. The Kentucky Bourbon infuses a smooth, slightly spicy warmth that complements the coffee’s boldness brilliantly. Adding Tobacco Bitters enhances the earthy characteristics of the Bourbon, while a touch of caramel and Bourbon Cream introduces the ideal sweetness, perfectly balancing the coffee’s assertiveness with the bourbon’s warmth. Finally, a velvety layer of whipped cream crowns this drink, adding a delightful creamy texture. In this video, we will expertly guide you through the cocktail-making process with clear, step-by-step instructions, empowering you to craft this delightful coffee—ideal for sharing with friends or indulging solo.

RECIPE:

Caramel to drizzle into the coffee cup
1.5 oz. of Kentucky Bourbon
1 oz of bourbon cream
3-4 Dashes of Turkish Tobacco Bitters
4 oz of fresh brewed coffee
Garnish with whipped cream and freshly grated nutmeg

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Kentucky Tobacco Sour: A Unique Spin on the Classic Whiskey Sour

March 7, 2025March 5, 2025 / bourbonjourney / Leave a comment

In episode 8 of Thirsty Thursday Bourbon Cocktails, we’re crafting the ultimate bourbon cocktail set to become your new favorite: the Kentucky Tobacco Sour! My inspiration struck at a bourbon pairing dinner where a chef used Turkish Tobacco Bitters in the appetizer, leaving me completely captivated by the rich aromas and earthy flavors.

The very next day, I seized a bottle of Fee Brothers Turkish Tobacco Bitters, eager to explore its potential. However, I couldn’t find a bourbon-based cocktail that matched my flavor aspirations. So, I put my spin on the classic Whiskey Sour—using Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey and a splash of Fee Brothers Turkish Tobacco Bitters.

The result is a delightful fragrance that evokes tobacco leaves—warm, complex, earthy, subtly sweet, and intriguingly floral. The bitters’ notes of nutmeg and clove create a robust cocktail experience. After testing several versions, Wayne and I are confident you’ll love this Kentucky Tobacco Sour as much as we do!

In this video, we will guide you through the cocktail-making process with clear, step-by-step instructions so you can confidently create this exquisite drink—perfect for sharing with friends or savoring solo.

RECIPE:

2 oz. of bourbon
1 oz. of Sweet & Sour Mix (or equal parts lemon juice & simple syrup)
3 Dashes of Turkish Tobacco Bitters
6 Dashes of Fee Brothers Fee Foam (or one egg white)
Garnish with 3 Dashes of Turkish Tobacco Bitters

DIRECTIONS:

Add 2 oz. bourbon
Add 1 oz. of Sweet & Sour Mix
Add 3 Dashes of Turkish Tobacco Bitters
Stir in mixing glass until chilled
Pour into shaker dry (with no ice)
Add 6 Dashes of Fee Brothers Fee Foam
Shake for up to 1 minute
Pour into Coupe Glass
Garnish with 3 Dashes of Turkish Tobacco Bitters

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Bourbon Hot Toddy: The Cozy Cocktail You Need This Winter

March 5, 2025February 27, 2025 / bourbonjourney / Leave a comment

In episode 7 of Thirsty Thursday Cocktails, we are crafting a drink that will wrap you in cozy warmth on a chilly evening – the Bourbon Hot Toddy! This timeless classic not only brings comfort but also delights the senses, making it a perfect companion for curling up by the fireplace or enjoying a quiet night in. With its straightforward ingredients, including the rich and smooth bourbon, fragrant honey, zesty lemon, and hot water, it strikes the ideal balance of sweetness and tartness, ensuring a satisfying sip every time. This terrific cocktail is sure to be your go-to evening sipper, providing both refreshment and relief from the cold. Tonight, we will master the Bourbon Hot Toddy cocktail with clear, step-by-step instructions, empowering you to create this delightful drink with confidence and style, perfect for sharing with friends or savoring on your own.