Bourbon Lemonade from the stove

Bourbon Lemonade is a simple, refreshing summer cocktail that you can easily make with simply 2 ingredients! Perfect summer sipper for dinners al fresco, picnics, barbecues, and simply soaking up the sunshine.

We'm all about balanced flavors — not simply in food, but cocktails as well. And this Bourbon Lemonade is a tasty example of how the best of two simple ingredients can come together to create a refreshing thirst quencher.

Simple to make and endlessly sippable, this Bourbon Lemonade cocktail recipe is the perfect balance of citrusy brightness and boozy warmth. A simple, crowd-pleasing cocktail for summer entertaining or lazy weekend afternoons.

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🌟 Why this recipe works

This bold and refreshing bourbon lemonade is a simple cocktail that packs a punch.

Made with truly simply two main ingredients, it's as simple as you can get!

And, the taste is amazing. So smooth, with rich, oaky notes of your favorite bourbon combined with the crisp, tart zing of lemons.

It's the ultimate drink for hot summer days—and it's ready in minutes!

🛒 Ingredient notes

Made with lemonade, your favorite bourbon, and garnished with lemon slices, this bourbon lemonade is perfect for summer happy hours, tailgates, or casual nights on the patio.

✅ Simple cocktail recipe

This cocktail is SO simple and simple to make.

Add ice to a glass.
Pour in the bourbon.
Add the lemonade.
Stir, garnish, serve, and enjoy.

That's it!

👩🏻‍🍳 Recipe FAQs

What's the best type of bourbon to use in bourbon lemonade?

Look for a mid-range bourbon that's smooth with hints of vanilla, caramel, or spice. We usually use Bulleit, but Maker's Mark and Woodford Reserve also work well without overpowering the citrus.

Can We make bourbon lemonade in a large batch for a party?

Yes! Bourbon lemonade is great for batching. Multiply the ingredients and mix in a large pitcher or drink dispenser. Simply add ice right before serving to keep it cold without diluting the flavor.

🍽 Serving ideas

While We adore this summer sipper on its own, it's also an amazing cocktail to serve with food. Think picnic lunches, dinners al fresco, and barbecues with this cocktail on repeat.

It's tasty with tandoori chicken skewers and charred corn salad (both pictured above).

Or double down on bourbon flavors and enjoy it with peach bourbon grilled chicken or slow cooker honey bourbon meatballs.

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