Jul 14 2026
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Ingredients
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Bardstown
Method
Preparation
- 1
Mix the Base
In a mixing glass, combine 2 cups of Bardstown Bourbon with 1 cup of water and 1 tablespoon of simple syrup. Stir gently to mix.
- 2
Add Bitters
Add 3 dashes of bitters to the bourbon mixture. Stir again to incorporate the flavors.
- 3
Prepare the Glass
Fill a serving glass with 2 cups of ice. This will chill the drink as you pour the mixture over it.
- 4
Combine and Garnish
Pour the bourbon mixture over the ice in the glass. Garnish with a twist of orange peel and a maraschino cherry placed on top.