Kentucky is the heart of bourbon, but to some of the passionate bartenders here, it’s become a bit of a hindrance since many visitors to bars are refusing to try anything that doesn’t involve one of the usual suspects. Try pitching rum or brandy in this city and let me know how that plays out for you.
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Building off of that, there’s a lesser-known gin cocktail that originated here called the Pendennis Club, named after a private club located downtown. Why not riff on an alternative drink from Louisville, reject what Louisville is best known for, and get inspiration from an act that originated in Louisville?
Recipe
1.5oz @drinkcathead Bristow Gin
0.5oz Apricot eau-de-vie
0.75oz @farmersjamatl Peach Basil syrup
0.75oz Lemon juice
2 dash Scrappy’s Orleans bitters
Lemon wedge, to garnish
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Shake and strain. Garnish with a lemon wedge.
This cocktail and photo were created by @denisgor.
On August 12, 2024, Farmers Jam partnered with Adam aka @soundtrackmydrink as well as Victrola Record Players and Cathead Distillery for National Vinyl Record Day. Creators from across the country made a signature cocktail as a pairing to their favorite song from a jam band. Entertaining and delicious. Cheers!