It’s served hot, preferably in an insulated mug that keeps your drink warm longer, and is a great choice for warming up in the winter months. And because it’s a vodka-based drink, it’s also perfect for those who don’t want the extra calories from mixers like soda or juice.

In her free time, Mary Catherine enjoys spending time with her friends and family, cooking, and practicing yoga. It's no wonder that many bartenders have turned to this delicious ingredient to create some of the most popular and sought-after cocktails on their menus. Give it a try but make sure you don’t the entire pitcher like my wife and I did in just a few hours – when we made it a 2nd time. A cocktail made with whiskey, a sour component like lemon juice and sweet taste brought in with sugar or simple syrup.

Why We Like It: Woodford Reserve’s latest release in the whiskey market is finished in honey barrels. The honey in the whiskey provides an excellent contrast to the lemon juice, while the flavors of the rum and Drambuie interplay nicely with one another.

We personally liked this honey whiskey as a sipper, but it would definitely hold its own in a mixed drink, too. Its never over-powering whatsoever and the matrix of bourbon vanilla, caramel, and oak with that fresh mint and honey makes for a great combination of flavors that linger on your senses. Like the original Bushmills, this Irish honey whiskey has clear cereal grains backed with the tartness of pears and apple cider. The sweetness of the honey is the perfect complement to the tartness of the lemonade, making for a refreshing and delicious drink.Not only are you using honey whiskey instead of regular whiskey, but you’re also using honey instead of sugar syrup.

With its delicious flavor and versatility, it's the perfect ingredient to take your cocktails to the next level. And the originals will always be from Scotland, Ireland, and Canada though here in America we do make some pretty tasty honey flavored whiskey ourselves.So, bring out the Bacardi, make your own Fireball cocktail, and throw in that flair to impress your guests! honey syrup + Chai + Clove-studded orange twist for garnishBuild in a toddy mug, top with chai, and garnish with an orange twist studded with cloves. We’ve been focusing on mixed drinks, but there are also some shots that rely on honey whiskey as well – including the angry badger. Because of its bourbon base, you can expect to find some typical bourbon character intertwined with natural honey sweetness. While honey does influence aromas and texture, it is most apparent in the generous sweetness that coats the palate.

In a taste test done by Liqour, Wild Turkey American Honey is described as a liqueur with dominant honeyed nuances on the nose and the palate. This Irish whiskey milk punch dates back to at least the 1700s and was traditionally used as a cure for colds and flu. You could prepare the drink by dropping out the regular whiskey and honey, then using honey whiskey instead. American Honey, along with the base Wild Turkey Kentucky Straight Bourbon, is one of the most affordable options in the Wild Turkey range.Cherries, lemons, limes, and oranges didn’t really do it, but it showed that fruit could offer contrast to the ghost pepper. She is a firm believer in the importance of a healthy lifestyle, and she hopes to help as many people as possible achieve their health and fitness goals. It is distilled sometimes almost three to five times according to the need which is further filtered.