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Whiskey Cocktails

Classic whiskey drinks, stirred and refreshing alike.

Bourbon, rye and Scotch all earn their place here — from the stirred and brooding to the bright and citrusy. If it starts with whiskey, it belongs.

What got in:Whiskey as the base spiritBourbon, rye and Scotch included

14 cocktails

Amaretto Sour cocktail

Amaretto Sour Recipe — Almond, Lemon & a Bourbon Upgrade

Shake a balanced Amaretto Sour with amaretto, lemon and a bourbon float — never syrupy. The Drink Doctor on taming sweetness with proof and acid.

Whiskey · Citrusy · Sweet

5 min · Easy

Boulevardier cocktail

Boulevardier Recipe

description: "Step into a world of sophisticated flavor with the legendary Boulevardier Cocktail, a true connoisseur's delight. This spirit-forward masterpiece…"

Whiskey · Bitter · Boozy

5 min · Easy

Gold Rush cocktail

Gold Rush Recipe

Meet the Gold Rush Cocktail, a sophisticated bourbon riff on the classic Bee's Knees that showcases honey's natural sweetness paired with premium whiskey.

Whiskey · Citrusy · Sweet

5 min · Easy

Irish Coffee cocktail

Irish Coffee Recipe

description: "Hello, fellow drink enthusiasts! Get ready to discover the magic of the Irish-Coffee - Mixed Drink, a true classic that offers a warm embrace in a…"

Whiskey · Sweet

5 min · Easy

Manhattan cocktail

The Manhattan: A Rye Whiskey Masterclass with Sweet Vermouth Alchemy

Master the definitive Manhattan recipe with scientific precision. Learn the chemistry of whiskey esters, how sweet vermouth's quinine compounds interact with bitters, and why the 2:1 ratio creates optimal mouthfeel. The quintessential American whiskey cocktail.

Whiskey · Sweet · Bitter

5 min · Easy

New York Sour cocktail

New York Sour Recipe

description: "Prepare to elevate your home bartending with the legendary New-York-Sour - Cocktail, a true masterpiece that artfully balances bold flavors with a…"

Whiskey · Citrusy · Sweet

5 min · Easy

Old Fashioned cocktail

Old Fashioned Recipe — The Science of Dilution & Bitters

Learn how to make a balanced Old Fashioned with the right bourbon, bitters, sugar and dilution. The Drink Doctor explains why ice size and temperature matter.

Whiskey · Sweet · Bitter

8 min · Medium

Paper Plane cocktail

Paper Plane Recipe

description: "Get ready to discover the enchanting Paper-Plane Cocktail, a modern classic that truly takes flight with its exquisitely balanced flavor profile.…"

Whiskey · Citrusy · Bitter

5 min · Easy

Rusty Nail cocktail

Rusty Nail Recipe

description: "Get ready to discover the timeless allure of the Rusty-Nail Cocktail, a true classic that speaks to the soul of any whiskey enthusiast. This…"

Whiskey · Boozy

5 min · Easy

Sazerac cocktail

Sazerac Recipe

description: "Step into a world of sophisticated sips with the legendary Sazerac Cocktail, a true icon of classic mixology. This `spirit-forward` masterpiece…"

Whiskey · Sweet · Bitter

5 min · Easy

Tipperary cocktail

Tipperary Recipe

description: "Step into a world of sophisticated sips with the incredible Tipperary Cocktail! This isn't just any drink; it's a truly "Spirit-Forward"…"

Whiskey · Bitter · Boozy

5 min · Easy

Trinidad Sour cocktail

Trinidad Sour Recipe

description: "Get ready to experience a truly extraordinary libation: the Trinidad-Sour Cocktail. This isn't just any drink; it's a bold symphony of flavors,…"

Whiskey · Citrusy · Sweet

5 min · Easy

Vieux Carré cocktail

Vieux Carré Recipe

description: "Step into the sophisticated world of the Vieux-Carré, a true masterpiece among Spirit-Forward cocktails. This isn't just a drink; it's a journey…"

Whiskey · Bitter · Boozy

5 min · Easy

Whiskey Sour cocktail

The Whiskey Sour: Egg White Emulsification and the Physics of the Dry Shake

Master the definitive whiskey sour recipe with scientific precision. Learn the chemistry of egg white emulsification, why the dry shake technique creates that signature silky foam, and how bourbon's congener profile creates optimal flavor equilibrium. The quintessential American sour cocktail.

Whiskey · Citrusy

8 min · Medium