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Kentucky Colonel

Served in an old-fashioned glass

Kentucky Colonel

Ingredients

  • 45 ml Bourbon
  • 15 ml Bénédictine

Preparation

Build in a rocks glass over ice and stir.

Garnish

Lemon twist

Origin story

The Kentucky Colonel is a classic cocktail that dates back to the early 20th century, combining bourbon with Bénédictine. It reflects the Southern tradition of bourbon drinking and is often associated with the state of Kentucky.