Nothing says summer quite like strawberries, especially as part of a refreshing cocktail. Add in the smooth bourbon, bright citrus and the zip of ginger and you’ve got a summer sip that’s irresistible. The Kentucky Buck is a delicious bourbon cocktail you’ll be drinking all season long.

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The Kentucky Buck is a modern classic cocktail. Created in 2009 by San Diego bartender Eric Castro the Kentucky Buck is a mix of bourbon, strawberry, citrus and ginger beer. A fruity, spicy take on a highball (take a look at my Bourbon Highball) the Kentucky Buck is a refreshing cocktail for spring and summer.

Ingredients for a Kentucky Buck

strawberry
bourbon
lemon juice
simple syrup
Angostura bitters
ice
ginger beer

How to Make a Kentucky Buck

Add one strawberry to a cocktail shaker and muddle. Add bourbon, lemon juice, simple syrup and Angostura bitters along with ice and shake for 15 seconds or until chilled. Strain into a highball glass with ice. Top with ginger beer. Garnish with a strawberry, lemon peel or mint as desired.

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