Fall Cocktails - The Whiskey Roundup

Fall Cocktails

It's been about since it officially became fall, but in here in Texas it has been feeling more like summer
than fall. It's finally cooling off. That means that it's finally time to start adding some fall flavors to our cocktails!

Now, I know that this is primarily a whiskey blog, and that's probably what you're here for. There are so many fun ideas out there, that not only I have trouble limiting it to the four I typically include in the Whiskey Roundup, but I knew I had to include some non-whiskey cocktails too, if only to mix it up.

I love apples, and I like rum, and I can only imagine that these flavors would go together wonderfully. It also sounds super simple to make, with minimal tools and ingredients needed. 

Spiced Rum Apple Cider Cocktail - the perfect fall cocktail. Ready in just a few minutes and really good. No cocktail shaker needed! #fallcocktail #spicedrum #rumcocktail #cocktail https://t.co/XJVWGTYOB0 via @healthfulideas

— MaryB (@KnottyMarie) October 31, 2020

Pumpkin beers have been huge the last few years, so it only makes sense to incorporate a pumpkin beer in to a fall cocktail, especially with that spiced rum and butterscotch. 

Drink up witches because today things are getting spooky. I’ve got a #pumpkin #cocktail so addictive you’ll think someone cast a spell on you. https://t.co/T2GfEYBdSB #fallcocktail pic.twitter.com/7ZBjo6eeHw

— Cheryl Sousan (@TidyMom) September 27, 2018

I had to include a White Russian in honor of The Dude. For those who may not know, this cocktail is made from vodka, Kahlua, and cream. Those flavors should compliment the addition of pumpkin really well!

Pumpkin Spice White Russian from @teakandthyme
Foodista's Drink Blog of the Day! https://t.co/C4B2o8IDqa #Foodista #DBOD #Drink #cocktail #whiterussian #pumpkinspice #fallcocktail #vodka #coffeeliqueur #teakandthyme pic.twitter.com/ZETqsWZSWV

— Foodista (@foodista) October 24, 2019

I've made a few cocktails using ginger and lemon/lime and a few of them have included Maker's Mark. The pear liqueur sounds like an interesting addition. 

New post-hike/apple picking fall cocktail! The Harriman - Maker's Mark, Pear Liqueur, Ginger, Lemon #fallcocktail pic.twitter.com/wS3nhDeDlU

— Burnside (@BurnsideNYC) October 17, 2015

Whiskey Cocktail - The Whiskey Roundup

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Whiskey is so incredibly versatile, especially when it comes to cocktails. The flavors you can pull off with whiskey are limitless. Unlike some other liquors, where the cocktail flavor comes from whatever else you are putting the cocktail, whiskey has an identity all its own and makes the cocktail. The other ingredients in the cocktail then compliment the whiskey and make a whole cocktail experience. Give me a Manhattan or on Old Fashioned any day of the week over a vodka and tonic with a lime. 

So this week on the Whiskey Roundup, as you may have guessed, we are exploring all things Whiskey Cocktail!

I don't typically go for fruity cocktails, but I do like a few of them. In this case, the bourbon is main player and is complimented by the fruit and kiwi juice. I'm intrigued by the sparking apple cider element of it too!

Kiwi go again! We're back with another fruity, yet boozy summer cocktail for you to try. The first cocktail in August is the Bourbon Kiwi Apple Shimmer.✨ #clevelandwhiskey #cocktail #bourboncocktail #whiskeycocktail https://t.co/yZIfiFx0qO

— Cleveland Whiskey (@clevewhiskey) August 4, 2020

I'm from Texas, and in Texas, we're all about anything that has anything Texas on it. Like this cocktail. Forget the other types of mules and try out the Texas Mule!

This weekend, try a Texas Mule. Recipes and bottle finder here - https://t.co/EutG7U3hBM#whiskey #whiskeycocktail #mule #texasmule pic.twitter.com/uS9QUdxOPF

— Milam & Greene Whiskey (@MilamandGreene) August 1, 2020

I'm going to take back what I said about fruity cocktails, because now that I've found this, I'm not sure that there' any turning back. I love strawberry lemonade. Add some bourbon and you have a good thing going.  

A whiskey drink that tastes like strawberry lemonade.

2.25 oz whiskey
.75 oz simple syrup
.5 oz lemon juice
1 strawberry

Combine ingredients in a shaker with ice. Shake well to muddle the strawberry. Strain into a glass with ice. #whiskeycocktailhttps://t.co/HqeKIn8b54 pic.twitter.com/Eq1xXaWG77

— Texas Whiskey Fest (@TXwhiskeyfest) July 31, 2020

 

Bourbon and ginger beer is always a great combination. Now add in a chili? I just might have to try! 

The sun? Shining. The meat? Grilled. The barbecue? Lit. There's only one thing to quench your thirst - an Irish Squealer. Recipe here: https://t.co/lGLVVPLYuj #bbqdrinks #whiskeycocktail #flamingpig #irishwhiskey #bbqcocktails #thirstquencher pic.twitter.com/jTb9My47zc

— Flaming Pig Irish Whiskey (@drinkflamingpig) July 19, 2020

Ginger and Lime Cocktail

There are certain flavors that go together so well, they were meant to go together. Whiskey and ginger and ginger and lime. So knowing that those flavors compliment each other, I wanted to craft a cocktail around them. This is nothing cutting edge, much less original, but it is a simple cocktail designed to sip and enjoy. 

Ginger and Lime Cocktail

The Tools

• Old Fashioned Glass or Cocktail Glass
• Jigger
• Bar Spoon

The Ingredients

• 2 oz of Bourbon
• 1 tsp Lime Juice or Lime Wedge
• Ginger Ale or Ginger Beer
• Ice

The Method

Add the ice to the cocktail glass. I used a large square mold to get 2 inch cubes for mine. It just takes one. Add the lime juice, bourbon, I used Buffalo Trace, and ginger ale to the glass. The amount of ginger all will depend on three things, the amount of ice, the size of the glass, and personal taste. Stir to combine and enjoy.

That's it. A simple cocktail with a simple recipe and a few simple ingredients that comes together super quickly so you can sit down and enjoy it sooner. 

If I make this again, which I will, I might try to add a few dashes of bitters to the mix. This time, I used ginger ale, but also might try it with the ginger beer to give it more bite.

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The BLT Cocktail, Texas Edition

After making the BLT Cocktail for the first time the other day, I was hooked. But I go to thinking, how can I make this drink something that is uniquely Texan? One thing was obvious. It had to be a Texas Bourbon. But what else? Texans love their Topo Chico mineral water, so that would replace the

BLT Cocktail, TX Edition

tonic. Let's try it out.

The Recipe

The Tools

• Cocktail Glass
• Jigger
• Cutting Board
• Knife
• Mason Jar
• Bar Spoon

The Ingredients

• 2 oz Texas Bourbon
• Topo Chico
• Lemon
• Ice

The Method

For this recipe, we'll use a mason jar. That's not uniquely Texan, but it feels right for this drink. First, fill the mason jar with ice. Next, add 2 oz of your favorite Texas Bourbon. I'm using Garrison Brothers in this one. Top the bourbon off with Topo Chico and add your lemon wedge. Stir to combine using the bar spoon. 

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The BLT, A Summery Cocktail

Summer is here and it is getting hot outside. Hot enough to need a good summer cocktail. Last night, I tried out the BLT cocktail and it was definitely refreshing on a hot summer night outside on the patio, with the bourbon, lemon, and tonic water to cool you down. Today, I'm sharing the recipe with you, because I think you'll want to try it out! 

BLT Cocktail

The Recipe

The Tools

• Cocktail Glass
• Jigger
• Cutting Board
• Knife

The Ingredients

• 2 oz Bourbon
• Tonic Water
• Lemon
• Ice

The Method

Fill a cocktail glass with ice. Then, using the small side of the jigger, add 2 oz of bourbon to your cocktail glass. For this recipe, I am using Bulleit Bourbon. Next, top off the glass with tonic water and give it a stir. Finally add your lemon wedge and give it a final stir. 

It's that simple. 3 ingredients for a refreshing summer cocktail. If you want it to be a little bit more like a spiked lemonade, you could a some simple syrup, but it honestly doesn't need it. Some mint would go really well with this too.

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Whiskey Roundup 02/16/20 to 02/22/20

Every Saturday I go through Twitter with #whiskey and roundup my favorite whiskey articles! These are may favorites for this week


I like most cocktails, but this is one I can definitely get behind. This combines two of may favorite things, rye whiskey and coffee!

[ COCKTAIL HOUR ]
Start your weekend with a luscious spark ⚡️ by crafting the perfect Friday evening coffee #cocktail!
•••
RYEght On Rosemary
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▫️Oak & Bond Rye #Whiskey Barrel Aged Coffee - Espresso
▫️@WillettWhiskey Rye Whiskey
▫️Rosemary Simple Syrup
▫️Splash of Milk pic.twitter.com/oUChfbkMfY

— Oak & Bond Coffee Co. (@oakandbond) February 21, 2020

This wintery cocktail is perfect for the winter months, when the winter colds can get you down. In the last few years I have become a huge believer in the magical qualities of a hot toddy.

The intensity of Bushmills Red Bush, flavorful spices, and lemon make for the winter cure we need. Keep out the cold with the Red Hot Toddy.#Bushmills #IrishWhiskey #Whiskey pic.twitter.com/UiBuK3c75D

— Bushmills USA (@BushmillsUSA) February 21, 2020

I've been looking to grow my whiskey library lately. This one will be going on the list of books to be looking for!

Hey @lewbryson just got your new book "Whiskey Master Class" & looking forward to reading it.

You signed "Tasting Whiskey" for me at an event in Brooklyn in Jan '19, hopefully we can meet again 1day and you can sign this one for me too. Thanks!#whiskey pic.twitter.com/fVpChNMbkm

— Edward Distel (@edwarddistel) February 22, 2020

I think what caught my eye scrolling through was the word "reserve." Do you typically find that  "reserve whiskeys" are better, more top shelf quality, or do you think it is sometimes more of a marketing trick?

Well let’s see how this MGP taste #RemusRepealReserve #bourbon #whiskey I’m told it should taste a lot like Boone Co. 12 guess we’ll see... Cheers!!! 🥃 pic.twitter.com/mU3Q3q2Cvf

— Rob (@Rob_BABO) February 17, 2020

Maker's Mark Maple Ginger

Maker's Mark Maple Ginger

Certain flavors compliment your whiskey perfectly, and one of those flavors is maple. So for this cocktail recipe, I've taken three simple ingredients, bourbon, maple, and ginger, to make the Maker's Mark Maple Ginger.

The Recipe:

The Tools:

• Old Fashioned Glass
• Bar Spoon
• Jigger

The Ingredients:

• 2 Ounces Bourbon
• 1 Teaspoon Maple Syrup
• Ginger Ale or Ginger Beer

The Method:
In and Old Fashioned glass, add 2 ounces of bourbon. For this recipe, I am using Maker's Mark. Add 1 teaspoon of maple syrup. Stir to combine. Fill the glass with ice. Top off with ginger ale or ginger beer. The ginger ale will be sweeter, while the ginger beer will be spicier.

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Old Fashioned

Old Fashioned Cocktail

After the simple Whiskey and Coke, I think it's safe to say that the first true whiskey cocktail everyone is introduced to is The Old Fashioned. The flavors of this classic cocktail are so smooth, they are approachable to just about anyone! The sweet from the simple syrup and the spice from the bitters complement each other perfectly. It's customize-able too! Add a little more simple syrup or a few more cherries and it's your perfect cocktail. This is my recipe!


The Recipe:

The Tools:

• Old-Fashioned Glass
• Ice Sphere
• Jigger
• Muddler
• Jigger

The Ingredients:

• 2 Ounces Bourbon
• 2 Dashes Angostura Bitters
• 2 Dashes Orange Bitters
• 1 Teaspoon Simple Syrup
• 2 Marraschino Cherries
• Orange Twist

The Method:

Building a delicious cocktail is something of an art form. The right ingredients have to go together in the right order. Otherwise, the cocktail will be good, but not great. That is the case with an Old Fashioned. You have to build the proper base to set up the rest of the cocktail.

Ingredients for an Old Fashioned Cocktail

To start, add your simple syrup, marraschino cherries, and both types of bitters. Using the muddler, muddle cherries by lightly pressing against the bottom of the glass. Once the cherries are muddled, add the ice. For the ice, I prefer to use one large piece of ice, like a sphere or large cube.

Using the small side of the jigger, pour 2  ounce shots of bourbon over the ice. For this recipe, I'm using Buffalo Trace. Add the orange twist. Using the bar spoon, stir to combine.