Jun 06 2026

Bourbon Recipe

Time15m
Serves1

Select Bourbons

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Ingredients

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Bourbon Selection

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Chill the Glass

    Place your whiskey glass in the freezer for about 10 minutes to chill.

  2. 2

    Prepare Ice

    Fill a mixing glass or shaker with 2 cups of ice. This will help chill the bourbon quickly.

  3. 3

    Pour the Bourbon

    Pour 1 oz of your selected bourbon whiskey over the ice in the mixing glass.

  4. 4

    Add Water

    Add 1 oz of water to the bourbon to enhance the flavors and smoothness.

  5. 5

    Stir

    Stir the bourbon and water mixture gently for about 30 seconds to combine and chill.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Remove the chilled glass from the freezer and strain the mixture into the glass. Optionally, garnish with an orange twist or cherry.

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