You’ll love sipping on Jim Beam cocktails, a top choice for any occasion. These drinks blend the smooth, rich taste of bourbon with a mix of ingredients, creating a wide array of flavors. From timeless classics to new, exciting mixes, there’s plenty to explore. Perfect for relaxing solo or making an evening with friends extra special, these cocktails never disappoint. For those keen on a great bourbon experience without the fuss, this roundup is a must-check.
A classic highball drink, the Ginger Highball is a great choice for someone who loves a good kick of ginger. Jim Beam provides the warming smokiness that's complemented by ginger ale and topped off with orange peel for a bright, citrusy note that lingers.
This Bourbon Milk Punch cocktail is a jack of all trades – creamy, warm, chilled, sweet, and inviting. I love cinnamon and milk in drinks because it creates a warmth that compliments the warmth of the whiskey, and when it's chilled, the contrast between that warmth and the actual temperature of the drink is exciting and memorable.
Blueberry Whiskey Lemonade is a fantastic drink for those who want it all. You'll get smoky, sweet, and tart flavors from the whiskey, lemon, and blueberry, respectively. It's a refreshing drink at any time of the year but almost unbeatable at a summer backyard barbecue – and the reddish-purple color looks great too!
A Kentucky Sunrise gets its name not only from the fact that the recipe calls for a Kentucky whiskey like Jim Beam but also because the finishing result is a yellow to a deep orange gradient that looks like the sunrise. This beautiful, delicious drink is a lovely choice for summer vacations and spring too, as it's hard to be in a subpar mood when you're drinking it!
Old Fashioned cocktails are one of my favorites due to the simplicity of the drink and how just a few Angostura Bitters can bring out the flavorful hints of whiskey. However, it's not always the most refreshing drink, so when I want something to cool me down, this Old Fashioned Breeze – with orange and cranberry juice in it – gets the job done in a "breeze."
Jim Beam Black® is an optimal whiskey choice to use for a whiskey sour because of its bold, smoky taste. The sweetness from the mix of simple syrup and the sourness of lemon juice pairs perfectly with the 86-proof whiskey, and the addition of egg white is the string that ties it all together with its rich, creamy texture.
Apples and whiskey go together like peanut butter and jelly, in my opinion, and the Orchard Twist cocktail takes full advantage of this duo. You'll need Jim Beam® Apple for the perfect taste, as using standard Jim Beam and adding apple juice just won't cut it.
Like the Bourbon Milk Punch above, a Cranberry Cooler is a chilled drink with warm notes thanks to the Jim Beam whiskey and triple sec. I love drinking this in the fall when I'm hanging out with friends. It's the perfect light-sweater-weather cocktail and goes well with brunch!
The Jim Beam Black® Smash combines some of my favorite standard cocktail ingredients – fresh mint and lemon wedges – for a delectable, easy-to-make drink. This beverage is a fantastic choice for a nightcap, as it's not too sweet yet not too potent.
Some summertime drinks are meant for relaxing but take way too many steps and ingredients for me to actually consider them relaxing! A Jim Beam Rosemary only includes three ingredients – whiskey, lemonade, and rosemary for a slight hint and garnish – and takes no more than five minutes to make.
A Jim Beam® Kentucky Sweet Tea is the perfect pick-me-up on a sunny spring or summer afternoon. The peachtree liqueur and simple syrup bring out the sweetness of the tea leaves, while a hint of mint adds a refreshing taste.
For a refreshing drink that's still packed with flavor, try the Jim Beam® Bourbon Sour. This cocktail blends together well-loved ingredients like lemon-lime soda and lemon juice for a revitalizing, sweet and sour drink that's perfect for casual afternoon sipping.
If you're already a fan of vanilla Coke, you likely won't be able to resist this Vanilla Bourbon & Cola cocktail. When you have the Jim Beam® Vanilla liqueur handy, it's super simple to make, as you only need it and cola for this delightful day-and-night drink. Of course, you're always welcome to add a cherry on top!
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