Ky Bourbon Barrell Recipe
KENTUCKY
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Flavoring Ingredients
Garnish
Method
Preparation
Mixing the Base
In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of Kentucky bourbon, 1 cup of sugar, and 1 cup of water. Stir until the sugar is fully dissolved.
Adding Flavor
Add 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, and 1 teaspoon of nutmeg to the mixture. Stir well to combine.
Infusing Flavors
Adding Orange Peel
Add strips of orange peel to the mixture. Allow the mixture to sit for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Serving
Final Touch
Once the mixture is infused, strain out the orange peel and pour the bourbon mixture into glasses filled with ice.
Garnishing
Garnish each drink with a maraschino cherry and a few fresh mint leaves.