Temperatures are dropping and leaves are changing, which means fall — and whiskey season — is in full swing! It’s the ideal time to try out this cocktail recipe featuring Knob Creek Bourbon, perfect for these crisp fall evenings!

Bluegrass Spice

An herbaceous riff on a Paloma that allows the pepper-spice of Knob Creek® Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey to shine.

Ingredients:

• 2 parts Knob Creek Rye
• 1 ½ parts grapefruit juice
• ½ part lemon juice
• ½ part simple syrup
• Small handful of basil leaves
• Club Soda 

Directions:

• Combine all the ingredients except the club soda in a shaker, and lightly shake with 1-2 ice cubes. 
• Pour (unstrained) into a Collins glass. 
• Fill the rest of the glass with ice and top with club soda. 
• Garnish with a fresh basil leaf and cracked black pepper.