6 Classic Bourbon Cocktails Every Guy Should Know How To Make

In many cases, America's spirit tastes great on its own. But it also blends nicely into cocktails, both classic and inventive. These are the essential bourbon cocktails to know.

The Old Fashioned dates back to the early 19th century and is considered one of the original "cocktails".
The Old Fashioned dates back to the early 19th century and is considered one of the original "cocktails".

Bourbon is hailed as America's "native spirit," deeply rooted in the country's culture. To earn the title, it must be made in the USA, with at least 51% corn in its mash bill. It must also age for at least two years in new, charred American oak barrels. While Kentucky is known for bourbon, other states like Wyoming, New York, Texas, and Florida produce noteworthy varieties. The result of these rules is bourbon's signature sweet, oaky flavor, making it a favorite base for classic cocktails due to its bold and complex profile.

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