What ingredients are in a Kentucky Colonel?

3 oz Bourbon, 1/2 oz Benedictine, 1 twist of Lemon peel

What glass do you use for a Kentucky Colonel?

A Kentucky Colonel is traditionally served in a Cocktail glass.

How strong is a Kentucky Colonel?

A Kentucky Colonel has an estimated ABV of 29,78%.

How many calories are in a Kentucky Colonel?

A Kentucky Colonel contains approximately 254 calories per serving.

Kentucky Colonel

Copa Cocktail glass

Dificultad Easy

Calorías ~254 kcal

ABV 29,78%

Ingredientes

Bourbon 3 oz
Benedictine 1/2 oz
Lemon peel 1 twist of

Instrucciones

In a shaker half-filled with ice cubes combine the courbon and Benedictine. Shake and strain into a cocktail glass. Garnish with the lemon twist.

Dark Strong

El Kentucky Colonel es un cóctel agitado de espíritu fuerte construido sobre una generosa medida de bourbon y un toque de licor herbal Bénédictine, terminado con un twist de piel de limón. El bourbon domina esta bebida, con el Bénédictine jugando un papel secundario para añadir complejidad herbal y dulzura melada sin dominar el carácter del whisky. Es un refinado sorber de después de cenar.

History & Origins

The title of Kentucky Colonel is an honorary title bestowed by the Governor of Kentucky, associated with Southern hospitality and refinement — an apt namesake for a whiskey-forward cocktail. Like the Kentucky B and B, it belongs to the tradition of bourbon-Bénédictine pairings that became fashionable in mid-20th century American cocktail culture. The exact origin of this specific recipe is disputed.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Assertive bourbon oak and caramel, with Bénédictine's herbal-honey complexity and bright lemon peel citrus on the nose. Palate: Bold and warming — bourbon's grain and wood tannins are the primary expression, with Bénédictine adding a subtle herbal sweetness and the lemon twist contributing a bright, refreshing citrus note. Finish: Long and warming, dominated by bourbon with a honeyed herb linger.

bourbon herbal citrus warming bold

Pro Tip

Express the lemon peel over the surface of the drink by twisting it to release the oils, then run it around the rim before dropping it in for maximum citrus aroma.

Data verified noviembre 2016

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