Bourbon cocktail recipes highlight rich, smooth whiskey flavors with notes of caramel, vanilla, oak, and warm spice. Made from corn and aged in new charred oak barrels, bourbon creates cocktails that feel bold yet approachable, whether served spirit-forward or balanced with citrus, sweetness, and bitters.
This collection features bartender-tested bourbon cocktails designed for real-world entertaining. You’ll find classic drinks like Old Fashioneds and whiskey sours alongside seasonal bourbon cocktails and modern variations. These recipes are built for balance, easy batching, and consistent results, making them ideal for dinner parties, holidays, weddings, and casual gatherings.
Jingle Juice is our go to bourbon Christmas cocktail, made with bourbon, cranberry juice, lemon juice and maple syrup then finished with sugared rosemary and cranberries. It shakes up like a holiday whiskey sour that is bright, cozy and easy to batch for parties or serve one on one at the bar.
A Cranberry Bourbon Sour recipe made with bourbon, lemon, and cranberry. A tart, festive bourbon cocktail perfect for fall dinners, Thanksgiving, or holiday gatherings.
This Maple Cinnamon Whiskey Sour a smooth bourbon, tart lemon, and rich maple syrup get a warming kick from cinnamon. It’s a seasonal cocktail that’s equal parts cozy and refreshing, perfect for fall gatherings or sipping fireside.
This Maple Old Fashioned recipe swaps sugar for maple syrup, creating a cozy, autumn twist on the classic cocktail. Smooth bourbon, bitters, and pure maple syrup make it a must for fall nights.
Bourbon cocktails are popular year-round but especially shine during cooler months and evening events thanks to their depth and warmth. From citrus-forward sours to slow-sipping classics, bourbon offers flexibility without losing character.
Looking for more inspiration? Explore our full cocktail recipe collection or browse additional spirits like whiskey cocktails, rum drinks, tequila cocktails, and seasonal favorites.