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Big Jungle Cat

The Big Jungle Cat is a play on the Jungle Bird by North of Bourbon Beverage Director Brad Jennings.

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The Modern Mint Julep

The Mint Julep was popularized by its synonymous relationship with The Kentucky Derby. A typically divisive classic, this new riff aims to win hearts with ease by offering a more balanced profile than the traditionally booze-forward build.

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Butchertown Girl

Crème de Violette is an oft-overlooked modifier popularized by the Aviation cocktail. Here, it brings a floral undertone to this simple summery Champagne-based drink.

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Springtime in Kentucky Sour

While we’re waiting for the green to return to the trees this spring, we can at least get a little green in our glasses from this bright little concoction.

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Chaga Tea Mocktail

Mesoamerican cultures have long gone underappreciated for their contributions to the domestication of ingredients essential to world cuisines.

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Pistachio Bourbon Punch

It’s no measure of health to be well-adjusted to a profoundly sick society; especially in the midst of a global pandemic. Here’s an elixir to share from a distance with the ones you love by Neon Bites cofounder Tommy Johns.

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Jalisco Highball

Tart Citrus and Spicy Jalapeño make for the perfect companions to the earthy agave flavors of this highball interpretation of the classic Margarita.

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Alligator Margarita

First featured on the fall/winter 2018 menu at Louisville’s Butchertown Social by Beverage Director Dante Wheat, whose work can now be found at industry blog Raw Pineapples.