Kentucky Lemonade
Quench your thirst with a refreshing twist on a classic cocktail—Kentucky Lemonade! This vibrant drink combines the smoky warmth of bourbon with the tangy zing of freshly squeezed lemon juice, balanced perfectly by sweet simple syrup and fizzy ginger beer. Ready in just 5 minutes, it’s the ultimate crowd-pleaser for summer gatherings or casual evenings. Served over ice and garnished with bright lemon slices and fragrant mint leaves, this bourbon lemonade is as beautiful as it is delicious. Perfect for sipping on the porch or elevating your next barbecue, this easy recipe delivers refreshing Southern charm in every sip.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 oz Bourbon
- 2 oz Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 oz Simple syrup
- 12 oz Ginger beer
- 4 slices Lemon slices
- 8 leaves Mint leaves (optional)
- 2 cups Ice
Instructions
1. Fill two tall glasses halfway with ice.
2. In a cocktail shaker, combine the bourbon, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and simple syrup. Shake well for about 10-15 seconds to mix thoroughly.
3. Pour the bourbon mixture evenly into the two prepared glasses over the ice.
4. Top each glass with ginger beer, dividing evenly between the two servings.
5. Stir gently to combine the ingredients.
6. Garnish each glass with two lemon slices and a few mint leaves, if desired.
7. Serve immediately and enjoy your Kentucky Lemonade!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
259 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.3 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 13 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.5 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 64.3 g | ||
| Protein | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 19 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 105 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
