Best Cocktails with Whiskey

Collection overview

• Start with the flavor profile you enjoy.
• Choose build recipes for speed and shaken recipes for brightness.
• Open each recipe for exact ratios and method.

11 recipes in this collection

Recipes in this collection

• Old Fashioned

  Old Fashioned is a classic whiskey-based cocktail with a spirit forward profile. This Glugtail reference includes the standard ratio, method and serve.

  whiskey | stir | Rocks glass

• Whiskey Sour

  Whiskey Sour is a classic whiskey-based cocktail with a citrus profile. This Glugtail reference includes the standard ratio, method and serve.

  whiskey | shake | Rocks glass

• Manhattan

  Manhattan is a classic whiskey-based cocktail with a spirit forward profile. This Glugtail reference includes the standard ratio, method and serve.

  whiskey | stir | Coupe glass

• Boulevardier

  Boulevardier is a classic whiskey-based cocktail with a bitter profile. This Glugtail reference includes the standard ratio, method and serve.

  whiskey | stir | Rocks glass

• Mint Julep

  Mint Julep is a classic whiskey-based cocktail with a refreshing profile. This Glugtail reference includes the standard ratio, method and serve.

  whiskey | muddle | Julep cup

• Sazerac

  Sazerac is a classic whiskey-based cocktail with a spirit forward profile. This Glugtail reference includes the standard ratio, method and serve.

  whiskey | stir | Rocks glass

• Penicillin

  Penicillin is a classic whiskey-based cocktail with a citrus profile. This Glugtail reference includes the standard ratio, method and serve.

  whiskey | shake | Rocks glass

• Paper Plane

  Paper Plane is a classic whiskey-based cocktail with a bitter profile. This Glugtail reference includes the standard ratio, method and serve.

  whiskey | shake | Coupe glass

• Vieux Carré

  Vieux Carré is a classic whiskey-based cocktail with a spirit forward profile. This Glugtail reference includes the standard ratio, method and serve.

  whiskey | stir | Rocks glass

• Rob Roy

  Rob Roy is a classic whiskey-based cocktail with a spirit forward profile. This Glugtail reference includes the standard ratio, method and serve.

  whiskey | stir | Coupe glass

• Irish Coffee

  Irish Coffee is a classic whiskey-based cocktail with a sweet profile. This Glugtail reference includes the standard ratio, method and serve.

  whiskey | build | Irish coffee glass

How to choose

For a first drink, choose a recipe with three or four ingredients and a familiar citrus or refreshing profile. Spirit-forward options are better when you want the base spirit to remain prominent.

Frequently asked questions

What mixes well with whiskey?

Citrus, soda, bitters, vermouth and fruit liqueurs are common partners; the best choice depends on whether you want a bright, long or spirit-forward drink.

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