Best Bourbon Cocktails In Chicago

Bourbon by itself or mixed with other combinations can never go wrong. The smooth taste of bourbon goes down like a dream and the unique cocktails that can be created incorporating bourbon is endless. Chicago is one of the best cities in the country to find a plethora of bourbon cocktails, and taking a trip to the Windy City in September may be something to consider for the bucket list as it is National Bourbon Heritage Month. Here are the five best bourbon cocktails offered in Chicago.

Honky Old Fashioned
Honky Tonk BBQ
1800 S. Racine Ave.
Chicago, IL 60608
(312) 226-7427
www.honkytonkbbqchicago.com

The Old Fashioned is a great drink when the weather starts to cool off and Honky Tonk BBQ offers one of the best Old Fashioned. The club soda gives this drink the pop of excitement and the Makers Mark bourbon and spiced cherry juice make this cocktail the hit of the Fall season. The combination is a sweet taste of a fantasy and the spiced cherries make this drink complete.

Bullets & Bonnets
The Southern
1840 West North Ave.
Chicago, IL 60622
(773) 342-1840
www.thesouthernchicago.com

This bourbon drink has a light, sweet and refreshing taste. The Bulleit Bourbon goes down as smooth as can be and the lemon, honey and wheat beer really adds to the flavor of this outstanding fall drink. This bourbon cocktail is great for any time of year, but is especially tasty during a warm day -- the light flavor is tantalizing.

24 ½ Century
Longman & Eagle
2657 N. Kedzie Ave.
Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 276-7110
www.longmanandeagle.com

The smooth taste of Duck Fat Washed Larceny Bourbon makes this cocktail supreme. The sweetness of the strawberries, the tartness of the lemon and the kick from the black pepper make this unique drink cocktail a hit, especially when pairing it with a smoky meat dinner. This unique bourbon cocktail is a must-try, especially those who are adventurous in their cocktail sampling.

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Bluejeans And Moonbeams
Big Star
1531 N. Damen
Chicago, IL 60622
(773) 235-4039
www.bigstarchicago.com

Seeing tacos on the menu and hearing country music playing would not bring up images of bourbon-inspired cocktails, however appearances can be deceiving. The Bluejeans and Moonbeams cocktail is enchanting and the epitome of creative mixing. Wild Turkey 101, Ginger Syrup, Lemon and Blueberry soda offers a little bit of heaven for the tongue. If straight bourbon is desired, the list is extensive and be prepared to have difficulty choosing from the excellent selection.

Beach Please!
Sable Kitchen & Bar
505 N. State St.
Chicago, IL 60654
(312) 755-9704
www.sablechicago.com

There are over 60 bourbons offered at Sable Kitchen & Bar and some of the best cocktails in the U.S can be found at Sable. The bourbon, pineapple and spiced coconut milk combination found in Beach Please will make one feel like they are sitting on a beach in a distant land. Fresh juices are used for the cocktails at Beach Please so freshness will be evident in the first sip.

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