Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsMerle's Whiskey KitchenThe Bluegrass Rita Recipe

The Bluegrass Rita Recipe

Time15m
Serves1

We start with Old Forester signature bourbon, blue curacao liqueur, fresh fruit and our scratch made margarita mix.

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Ingredients

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Liquors

Margarita Mix

Fresh Fruit Garnish

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Make the Margarita Mix

    In a small bowl, combine the fresh lime juice, agave syrup, simple syrup, and water. Stir well until fully integrated.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Glass

    Take a rocks glass and rim it with salt (optional). Fill the glass with ice.

Mixing the Cocktail

  1. 3

    Combine Ingredients

    In a cocktail shaker, add the Old Forester bourbon, blue curacao liqueur, and the prepared margarita mix. Fill the shaker with ice.

  2. 4

    Shake

    Seal the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds to chill and properly mix the ingredients.

  3. 5

    Strain and Serve

    Strain the mixture into the prepared rocks glass filled with ice.

Garnishing

  1. 6

    Add Fresh Fruit

    Garnish the drink with a lime wedge, an orange slice, and a few fresh blueberries on top for a beautiful presentation.

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