Straight up, on the rocks, mixed with coke, or a pull from the bottle, Jack Daniels Tennessee Whiskey has been a whiskey lover's favorite since the distillery's inception in 1866. As popular it is, Jack Daniels is not traditionally used in many more complicated mixed drinks, nor do its drinkers necessarily want it to be. However, Jack Daniels cocktails do exist, and those who enjoy them take the time to come up with creative and delicious recipes. Try these tasty recipes and you may never go back to straight Jack again.
Japanese Jack
An oriental mix to sweeten the taste buds.
Ingredients:
- 1 oz Jack Daniels
- 2 oz Plum Wine
- 5 oz Sweet mix
- Lemon or Lime Wedge for garnish
Combine ingredients into a glass over ice. Garnish with a slice of lemon or lime, and serve.
Tennessee Tea
A Jack Daniel's distillery original.
Ingredients:
- 1 part Jack Daniels
- 1 part Triple Sec
- 1 part Sweet and Sour
- 2 part Cola
In a mason jar (if there is no access to a mason jar, a pint glass is sufficient), combine all ingredients over ice and serve.
3 Wise Men Hunting Turkeys in Mexico (Shot)
Consisting of all very potent alcohols, please be advised that this is not a shot to be taken lightly.
Ingredients:
- 1 part Jack Daniels
- 1 part Jim Beam
- 1 part Johnnie Walker
- 1 part Jose Cuervo
- 1 part Wild Turkey
In a shaker, combine ingredients. Strain into a shot glass and serve.
Alabama Slammer
Alabama Slammers are made many different ways, but when it's mixed with Jack Daniels, the drink has a more pronounced southern feel to it.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 oz Southern Comfort
- 1/2 oz Jack Daniels
- 1/2 oz Amaretto
- 1/2 oz Sloe Gin
- Orange juice
Combine liquors in a glass over ice. Fill with orange juice and serve.
Jack Daniel's Lynchburg Lemonade
It's only proper to name this cocktail after the home of the distillery.
Ingredients:
- 1 part Jack Daniel's
- 1 part Sweet and Sour Mix
- 1 part Triple Sec
- 4 parts Sprite
- Lemon Slices and Cherries for garnish
Combine ingredients in a glass over ice. Garnish with lemon slices and cherries and serve.
International Jack
For world travelers, Gentleman Jack offers this favorite.
Ingredients:
- 2 oz Jack Daniels
- 1/4 oz Dry Shack Sherry
- 2 dashes Angostura Bitters
- Orange Peel for garnish
Mix ingredients in a shaker with ice. Strain into a glass. Garnish with an orange peel and serve.
Slow Comfortable Screw on a Dogbox
From the backwoods of Florida comes this creatively named aperitif.
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 oz Jack Daniels
- 1 1/2 oz Southern Comfort
- 1 1/2 oz Sloe Gin
- 1 splash Grenadine
- Orange Juice
In a pint glass (or a mason jar if there is one available), combine Jack, Southern, and Sloe gin. Fill with orange juice, add splash of grenadine, and serve.
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