Horsefeather

Name: Horsefeather
Yield: 1 serving
Cuisine: Cocktail
Ingredients: 1 1/2 oz Bourbon Whiskey; 4 oz Ginger beer; 1/2 oz Lemon juice; 4 dash Angostura bitters

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Ingredients

1 1/2 oz Bourbon Whiskey

4 oz Ginger beer

1/2 oz Lemon juice

4 dash Angostura bitters

Garnishes

None

Glass

Collins

Preparation

Add whiskey, ginger beer, lemon juice and bitters to a Collins or highball glass filled with ice. Stir gently to combine and garnish with a lemon wedge.

Description

The Horsefeather cocktail is a delightful and invigorating drink that combines the bold flavors of rye whiskey with the spicy kick of ginger beer, balanced by the citrusy brightness of lemon juice and the complexity of bitters.

History

Creation in Kansas, the Horsefeather is believed to have been created in Lawrence, Kansas, during the 1990s. It was inspired by the classic Horse's Neck cocktail, which traditionally combines brandy (or bourbon) with ginger ale and a long spiral of lemon peel. The drink quickly gained popularity in the Midwest United States, especially in Kansas and Missouri, becoming a regional favorite.