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Kentucky Thunder

Name: Kentucky Thunder
Prep time: 3 min
Total time: 3 min
Yield: 1 cocktail (200 ml)
Cuisine: Kentucky, USA
Ingredients: 2 oz Bourbon whiskey; 0.75 oz Fresh lime juice; 4 oz Ginger beer; 3 dashes Angostura bitters

Bold bourbon meets electric ginger in this storm of flavor

A powerful highball that captures the essence of Kentucky in a glass. The smooth burn of bourbon collides with spicy ginger beer and bright lime, creating a refreshing yet robust drink. Perfect for barbecues, game nights, or whenever you need a drink with serious character.

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2.4 units12% ABV200ml17% of weekly limit

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Ingredients

2 ozBourbon whiskey40%
0.75 ozFresh lime juice
4 ozGinger beer
3 dashesAngostura bitters44.7%

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Serve in: Highball glass | Garnish: Lime wheel and candied ginger

How to Make It

1
Fill a highball glass with ice
2
Add bourbon and lime juice
3
Top with ginger beer and stir gently
4
Add 3 dashes of Angostura bitters

You'll Need

Highball glass

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