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Handcraft a moment like no other with your favorite Bourbon from Four Roses and these classic and not-so-traditional cocktail recipes from some of the finest bartenders and mixologists in the business. Take a look. Take a chance. And make just about any moment one to remember.

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Amaro Fashioned

An after-dinner take on the classic.
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Amor De Fresa

A subtly sweet cocktail that looks purely picturesque poolside, and tastes even better.
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Apple Cider Honey Old Fashioned

A festive twist on the classic Old Fashioned that's perfect for the holidays
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Apple Rose

A quick after-work cocktail to give your day a little Fall fun.
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Attitude is Everything

And just a couple of flavorful sips might be all it takes to give you a whole new one.
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Autumn Leaves

A bold soul-warmer with rich, spicy cinnamon flavors that will make you feel like Autumn any time of year.
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Aztec Julep

A unique spin on the classic mint julep, awarded Judges' Choice in the 2021 Rose Julep Cocktail Competition.
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Belle of the Ball

Legend has it that Four Roses began with a love story between founder Paul Jones, Jr. and a lovely Southern belle.

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Black Manhattan

Who knew that the traditional Manhattan had a dark side?
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Blackberry Sage Julep

A great summer cocktail, especially with homegrown ingredients.
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Blinker

A great winter cocktail with the bright, sunny taste of grapefruit. Originally created in the 1930s.
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Blue Passion Julep

Fall in love with this cocktail.

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Boulevardier

Just three simple ingredients for this rich, savory cocktail often known as the “Whiskey Negroni.”
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Bourbon Ball

The perfect after dinner chocolatey indulgence that just might make you skip dessert.
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Bourbon Espresso

Wake up your palate for the evening with a bold, rich burst of coffee-flavored energy.
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Bourbon in Black

With so many unexpected flavors and aromas, it could be your biggest surprise of the Summer.
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Bourbon Smash

It’s a simple cocktail even a novice can make like a pro. It's the perfect excuse to bring out your trusty muddler.
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Bourbon Street Blues

A first line favorite, one sip sets the mood to NOLA.
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Bourbon Sunrise

A sweet, fresh and smooth way to say Good Morning.
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Bourloma

A decadently smooth and fruity cocktail.
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Boxer

A strong and spicy drink, perfect for fall with a hint of apple.
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Chai Spiced Collins

The old John Collins took a trip to India and came back tasty.
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Classic Manhattan

Timeless, simple and legendary, it’s the one cocktail recipe that everyone needs to know.
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Cliffhanger

You'll be hanging on for this one.
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Collins

Recipe from 1959.
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Cooler

An uplifting herbal take on a Bourbon Shandy created by Lincoln Chinnery.
Cranberry Citrus
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Cranberry Citrus

A little spice to warm you up in a fashionably refreshing way.
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Crime Of Passion

A perfect spring cocktail bursting with color and a smooth finish that's made with easy-to-find ingredients.
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Dazed and Confused

The ideal cocktail for winding-down after a long day in the summer heat, with sweet pineapple and a smooth finish.
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Derby Pie

Inspired by the traditional derby pie, this lightly sweet cocktail will be a winner on race day.
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Desired Outcomes

A symphony of sweet chocolate and orange flavors mixes superbly with Small Batch Select.

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Eggnog

The most popular drink recipe we’ve ever shared. It first appeared in 1933, and now, it’s a true Holiday classic.
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El Ultimo en la Fila

A cocktail perfectly suited to take you to the tropics with each sip.

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Familiar Fling

Show some love with this smooth sipper.

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Far From ’38

An ice cream cocktail to satisfy all your sweet-tooth and nightcap needs.
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Four Roses Mist

1954 Bourbon on the rocks, with a twist.
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Friendsgiving Punch

A tangy bit of fun for your Holiday party. A little Ginger Beer gives it a refreshing twist.
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Ginger Rose

Red wine gives this take on a Kentucky Mule a rich, savory twist.
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Grandpa’s Pocket Square

A sweeter take on the classic mint julep.

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Hey, Honey

The classic whiskey sour with a fresh twist that’s sure to get your sweetheart’s attention.
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Holiday Harvest

Try the Holiday Harvest cocktail for a mellow tasting and aromatic beverage experience
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Honey Manhattan

A sweet spin on the classic Manhattan cocktail, hand mingled with our smooth Small Batch Select Bourbon.
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Hot Apple Cider

Warm yourself from head to toe with this classic Fall favorite.
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Hot Buttered Bourbon

It’s a Bourbon twist on a traditional Hot Buttered Rum.
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Hot to Trot Julep

This cocktail is not only a 1st Place winner in 2016's Rose Julep Competition, but it's also the perfect winter warmer for a frosty day.
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Hot Toddy, Four Roses

Fresh out of 1943, this cocktail is a Four Roses classic.
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Kentucky 75

Toast to the new year with a twist on the classic French 75.
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Kentucky Buck

A Texas cocktail that has quickly become a Kentucky favorite.

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Kentucky Lemonade

Kentucky in a glass.
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Lady Debonair

This refreshing yet simplistic cocktail won over the crowd and placed 1st Place in Judge's Choice at the 2016 Rose Julep Lexington.
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Late Summer Sour

A cocktail to shake up when you're transitioning from those long summer days to cozy fall vibes.

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Lawrenceburg Cooler

A crowd pleaser at our events around the country, this is a perfectly smooth cocktail to serve among family or friends.
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Lemon Cheer

Add a little citrus to your day with this refreshing, easy-to-make summer cocktail.
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Maple Berry Fizz

A sweetly-sour and smooth cocktail, perfectly balanced like our Small Batch Select Bourbon.
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Maple Old Fashioned

Part of a complete breakfast …or lunch, dinner, or dessert.
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Mint Julep

A Kentucky classic, the Mint Julep, is a Four Roses go-to on race day.
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New York Sour

A taste of the Big Apple, hold the apple.
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Old Fashioned

A bourbon staple becomes a quality flavor experience with Four Roses Small Batch.
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Old Fashioned Valentine

What you get when you marry your love for bourbon and your love for Old Fashioneds.
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Old Fashioned Whiskey Sour

Two cocktail heavyweights collide, over ice, in a rocks glass.
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Original Recipe

A unique twist on the classic mint julep worthy of a Colonel.
Peach Rose
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Peach Rose

The official cocktail of our 130th Anniversary mingles peach, lemon, ginger beer and basil with Four Roses Single Barrel.
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Pendennis Club Old Fashioned

Born behind the bar at the Pendennis Club in 1889, it’s a Southern favorite, even today.
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Petal Pusher

This unique approach to a spring-inspired julep cocktail earned the People's Choice Award at the 2017 and 2022 Rose Julep Cocktail Competitions.

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Punch 145

Sweet tropical drink is your anytime ticket to Hawaii.
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Raspberry Julep

A riff on the classic mint julep, the Raspberry Julep is perfect for sipping Kentucky Derby day, or any day spent mingling with friends.

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Risin’ Outlaw

What happens when you put a Manhattan and an Old Fashioned together. So good it might be illegal.
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Rose Mule

A refreshing twist on the classic Moscow Mule. What a way to get your summer chill started.
Rosearita
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Rose’rita

A bourbon twist on a south of the border classic.
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Roses Honey Smash

Cool down on a hot day like some kind of bourbon bumble-bee.
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Roses Lemonade

The simplest glass of mellow you’ll find all summer.
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Roses on the Rocks

Because let’s face it: We don’t have time to shop for limes.
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Roses Summer Sour

Sip this 1969 classic all summer long.
Ruby's Buzz
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Ruby’s Buzz

Get ready to go to your tropical place.
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Rutledge Rebellion

This 2014 Kentucky Bourbon Festival Mixed Drink Challenge Winner is the ideal summer cocktail. Best enjoyed with friends.
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Select Smash

A creative twist on the classic smash.
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SEÑORITA ROSA

This refreshing cocktail leans into the notes of floral and honey you get from a pour of Four Roses Bourbon.
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Sherry Manhattan

Few cocktails taste better than a well-made, perfectly chilled Manhattan, especially when a little Sherry adds a touch of sophistication.
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Silver 75

A boldly Bourbon take on the classic French 75.
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Singular Thoughts

A delicious cocktail that uses the perfect combination of fruity and slightly-sour flavors.
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Skyscraper

A real taste triumph from 1959.
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Sour Rift

A Bourbon-kind-of-take on the classic Cosmo.
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Southern Belle

A floral, light and refreshing cocktail.
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Southern Charm

Cool down with this summer styled cocktail that won the 2016 People’s Choice 1st Place Award.
Southern Sangria
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Southern Sangria

A little Spanish flavor in a tango with your 80-proof Kentucky favorite.
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Storm Cloud Over the Downs

A creative take on the classic mint julep, awarded Judges' Choice in the 2019 Rose Julep Cocktail Competition and People's Choice in 2022.

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Strawberry Bourbon Smash

The simplest way to impress your sweetheart.
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Strawberry Love

Like Strawberry Wine with a bourbon twist.
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Strawberry Rhubarb Superfecta

This subtly sweet cocktail won the 2016 People’s Choice 1st Place Award.
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Summer Old Fashioned

The front porch is calling, and asks that you bring this delicious cocktail with you.

Summer Thyme
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Summer Thyme

The livin’ is easy with this savory sipper. The front porch is calling.
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Sweet & Spicy

Spice up your summer with the Sweet & Spicy made with Barritt's Ginger Beer.
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Tell Me Your Troubles

This cocktail takes your classic Manhattan and gives it a really bold spin.
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The Bright and Early

Imagine waking up one bright, spring morning, opening the window to let in that fresh, clean, and floral air. It's that, in a glass.
The Earl Of Kentucky
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The Earl of Kentucky

A spot ’o tea the way we like to do it here in Kentucky. Crumpets optional.
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The Friendly Sour

A sweeter take on the iconic whiskey sour.
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The Gold Rush

A modern take on a 19th Century classic. It’s simplicity and balanced nature have made it a standard in bars nationwide.
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The Grand Ball

Legend has it that Four Roses began with a love story between founder Paul Jones, Jr. and a lovely Southern belle who accepted his proposal by wearing a corsage of four red roses to the grand ball.
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The MMC Old Fashioned

 
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The Oriental Express

Take your mint julep up a notch or two with this cocktail, awarded People's Choice in the 2023 Rose Julep Cocktail Competition.
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The Peacherino

An easy and refreshing peach-infused take on the classic Bourbon and sweet tea cocktail.
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The Perfect Pear

A tantalizingly fruity twist on the iconic Mint Julep that won 2020 Rose Julep Cocktail Competition's People's Choice.
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The Red Rose

Served at the Four Roses Flower Hour event, benefitting the AHA, this is the perfect cocktail to handcraft for your special someone.

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The Scarlett Rose

An upgrade to the classic mint julep, awarded Judges' Choice in the 2023 Rose Julep Cocktail Competition.
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The Side Eye

A blend of fruity tasting notes and a smooth, long finish won this cocktail 2020 Rose Julep Cocktail Competition's Judges' Choice.
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The Zing a Ling

A unique spin on the classic mint julep, awarded People's Choice in the 2021 Rose Julep Cocktail Competition.
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Thunder Punch

The perfect marriage of a Fuzzy Navel and a Moscow Mule. And they said it wouldn’t last.
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Tropical Whiskey Sour

An island twist on an iconic cocktail that will leave you in a tropical, summer vibe.

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Two Peas in a Pod

An extremely unique drink recipes that uitlizes both apple puree and snow peas. Yes, peas.

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Vanilla Chai Mint Julep

This award-winning creative concoction combines a vanilla mint chai syrup and cinnamon breakfast cereal.
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Wake Up and Smell the Roses

A delightful take on a rich, coffee-infused mint julep.

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Ward Eight

It’s been called one of Boston’s major contributions to mixology. This time-tested version of the traditional sour is always shaken.
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Whiskey Business

A superbly spicy cocktail.

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Whiskey Sour

From 1942. Who needs simple syrup when you’ve got powdered sugar?
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Wild Wilda Mint Julep

A bold approach to a Kentucky Derby classic. Earned the 2017 Rose Julep Judge's Winner Award.
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Williamsburg

A little Manhattan and a little Brooklyn, this riff brings out the rich fruits and spice of our Small Batch Bourbon
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Wine Me Up

A light and fruity cocktail that pairs perfectly with a warm summer night.