{"id":9512,"date":"2024-07-16T12:00:52","date_gmt":"2024-07-16T11:00:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/?p=9512"},"modified":"2025-11-19T12:40:02","modified_gmt":"2025-11-19T11:40:02","slug":"what-to-mix-with-bourbon","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/learn\/what-to-mix-with-bourbon\/","title":{"rendered":"What to Mix with Bourbon: Creative Cocktails and Easy Recipes"},"content":{"rendered":"

Bourbon is widely known for having\u00a0rich, complex flavours that has made it a beloved cocktail base for centuries. Whether you’re a seasoned mixologist or a newly inventive home bartender, learning <\/span>what to mix with bourbon<\/span> can completely elevate your cocktail experience. From timeless classics to innovative new ideas, here\u2019s a guide to some of the <\/span>best bourbon mixer<\/span>s to try at home.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

1. Sugar and bitters (Old Fashioned<\/a> + Sazerac<\/a> + Whiskey Sour<\/a>)<\/h2>\n

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Sugar and bitters are the foundation of some of the most classic <\/span>bourbon drink ideas<\/span> to ever grace a cocktail manual. The sweetness of sugar helps to balance the bold, robust flavours of a bourbon like <\/span>Wild Turkey 101<\/span><\/a>, while bitters add an aromatic depth and complexity.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

This combination creates a nuanced flavour profile that highlights the best qualities of the spirit without overwhelming it. When mixed correctly, sugar and bitters can turn a simple glass of bourbon into an elegant clinker that’s perfect for any occasion.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n