A Bourbon Cocktail with a twist

This big Texan bourbon and grapefruit cocktail is similar to a greyhound https://letssipandsnack.com/grapefruit-vodka-drink/ but made with bourbon. This cocktail has grapefruit juice and a hint of basil. The simple syrup adds an extra sweetness to this cocktail. My husband loves all things bourbon, so when I found this cocktail to make him, I was excited to see what he thought. He described it as having a bold flavor. He liked how the grapefruit brought a citrus flavor to the bourbon. Along with the scent of basil from the basil garnish. It’s not every day that you mix bourbon, grapefruit and basil together. That is what makes this bourbon cocktail so unique.

Variation on a Bourbon and Grapefruit Cocktail

Depending on where you live this Big Texan bourbon and grapefruit cocktail may have a few different ingredients and be named after it’s particular state. If one is from Kentucky, trade out the simple syrup for honey syrup and take out the basil. Then you have a Brown Derby. If you want to go southern and fancy, serve a cocktail called Bourbon Grapefruit Sidecar. Serve with a sugar rim around a martini glass, bourbon, grapefruit and an orange liqour.

Whatever your flare there are many options to add to your bourbon cocktail. Find one you like or try them all.