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Kentucky Colonel (recipe No. 2)
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Kentucky Colonel (recipe No. 2)

A sweet and fruity whiskey cocktail ∙ Shake ∙ 3 min ∙ 17%

Ingredients

~236 kcal per serving

1
Servings
  • BourbonBourbon45 ml
  • Triple sec (40%)Triple sec (40%)10 ml
  • Peach puréePeach purée30 ml
  • Southern / Louisiana-style whisky liqueur (e.g., Southern Comfort)Southern / Louisiana-style whisky liqueur (e.g., Southern Comfort)10 ml
  • Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)15 ml
  • Sugar syrupSugar syrup15 ml

Garnish

  • Peach slicePeach slice
  • Mint sprigMint sprig

Instructions for 1 serving

  1. Pre-chill a glass
  2. Shake all ingredients with ice: Bourbon 45 ml · Triple sec 10 ml · Peach purée 30 ml · Southern / Louisiana-style whisky liqueur 10 ml · Lemon juice 15 ml · Sugar syrup 15 ml
  3. Strain into the glass filled with crushed ice
  4. Garnish with a peach slice and a mint sprig

History

Kentucky Colonel is a smooth and sophisticated cocktail that marries robust whiskey warmth with subtle herbal undertones. It’s a refined choice that conveys southern tradition and elegance. Offered in an approachable style, this drink balances depth and softness, making it perfect for contemplative sipping or social moments. Each sip reveals layers of character and warmth, ideal for those seeking classic charm with a gentle finish.

Tags

  • Whiskey
  • Old Fashioned
  • North America
  • Fall season
  • Nightcap
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
  • Lactose-free
  • Sweet
  • Fruity

Tags

  • Whiskey
  • Old Fashioned
  • North America
  • Fall season
  • Nightcap
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
  • Lactose-free
  • Sweet
  • Fruity

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