Kentucky 75 Cocktail Recipe

The Kentucky 75 is a sophisticated and bubbly bourbon cocktail that's perfect for any occasion. It's a twist on the classic French 75, substituting bourbon for gin and adding a touch of sweetness. Here's what you'll need:

Ingredients:

• 1 ounce bourbon (preferably a Kentucky bourbon for authenticity)
• ½ ounce fresh lemon juice
• ¼ - ¾ ounce simple syrup (depending on desired sweetness)
• 2-3 dashes Angostura bitters (optional)
• Chilled champagne, cava, or prosecco (around 3 ounces)
• Lemon twist for garnish

Instructions:

1. Add the bourbon, lemon juice, simple syrup, and bitters (if using) to a chilled champagne flute or coupe glass.
2. Stir gently to combine the ingredients.
3. Top the drink with chilled champagne, cava, or prosecco. The bubbles will gently mix the drink further.
4. Garnish with a lemon twist expressed over the drink (squeezed to release the oils) and dropped in the glass.

Tips:

• For a richer flavor, use a honey syrup instead of simple syrup.
• If you don't have Angostura bitters, you can omit them or substitute with another type of bitters, like orange bitters.
• Adjust the amount of simple syrup to your taste preference.
• For a non-alcoholic version, replace the bourbon with sparkling water or ginger ale and omit the bitters.
• Enjoy this delightful Kentucky 75! It's a refreshing and flavorful bourbon cocktail that's sure to impress.