Simple & Modern Whiskey Cocktails

Thinking about making whiskey cocktails at home, but feeling a little intimidated? We get it. It can seem like you need a secret password, a dozen obscure bottles, and a handlebar mustache just to make a decent drink. At Pour Man's Proof, we're here to call nonsense on that. We believe that making a world-class cocktail shouldn't be complicated or snobby. This is your judgment-free guide to easy whiskey recipes that are simple, delicious, and guaranteed to make you look like a pro in your own kitchen, using ingredients you can actually find.

We've gathered the perfect lineup of classic and modern whiskey cocktails to help you build your confidence and your home bar. Start with the Gold Rush, a simple 3-ingredient twist on a sour, or mix up a batch of refreshing Kentucky Mules for a crowd. Ready to level up? We'll show you how to master the smoky, sophisticated Penicillin, the perfectly balanced Paper Plane, or the ultimate cold-weather cure: the Hot Toddy. These are the honest, no-fuss guides you need to "drink smarter" and find your new favorite drink today.

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Cocktail glass with a red drink, garnished with a paper plane, surrounded by bottles and lemons on a wooden surface.

Bright & Complex

The Paper Plane

It's a gorgeous, deep-orange drink that's surprisingly refreshing and uses ingredients that will instantly elevate your home bar credentials.

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Hot toddy with Jameson whiskey, cinnamon, and lemon slices on a wooden table.

Comfort in the Cold

Hot Toddy

This isn't just a cocktail; it's a warm hug in a mug. It’s the original comfort drink, a folk remedy that has survived for centuries for one simple reason: it just works.

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Glass of 'The Gold Rush' cocktail with Buffalo Trace bourbon bottle and ingredients on a wooden surface.

Whiskey Sour Twist

The Gold Rush

Think of it as a Whiskey Sour, but we've cleverly swapped the plain sugar for honey, adding a rich, floral depth that plain sugar just can't match.

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Glass of yellow cocktail with ice cubes, garnished with a lemon peel, surrounded by bottles on a wooden surface.

a modern scotch classic

The Penicillin

This cocktail is a modern masterpiece—a perfectly balanced blend of smoky, spicy, sweet, and sour.

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Copper mug with a cocktail garnished with lime and mint, surrounded by ingredients on a wooden surface.

Moscow What?

The Kentucky Mule

The Moscow Mule is great. It's fizzy, zesty, and easy to drink. But what if we told you there's a version with more character, more warmth, and more complexity?

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