Ultimate Summer Sipper

🥃 Whiskey & Cola: The Ultimate Summer Sipper

When the sun is high, the grill is hot, and the music’s playing just right, there’s one classic drink that fits any summer moment: Whiskey & Cola. Simple? Yes. Boring? Absolutely not.

With the right whiskey, the perfect cola, and a few warm-weather twists, this iconic combo transforms from a bar basic into your signature summer cocktail.

🌞 Why Whiskey & Cola Works in Summer

Cola brings the bubbles, spice, and sweetness. Whiskey brings the soul. Together, they create a balance that’s crisp, cool, and unexpectedly complex—especially when you add a squeeze of citrus, a hint of bitters, or even some fresh herbs.

It’s also easy to batch for barbecues or mix on-the-fly at your next lake trip.

“There’s a reason whiskey and cola have been best friends for generations. The smooth oak and vanilla from our aged bourbon meets the spiced sweetness of cola for a rich yet thirst-quenching drink that’s ready for tailgates, front porches, or lazy river floats.” —Dwight Bearden, Head Distiller at Old Tennessee Distilling Co.

🍹 Summer Whiskey & Cola Recipe (with a Twist)

Ingredients:

• 2 oz Old Tennessee Distilling Co. Bourbon or Tennessee Whiskey

• 4–6 oz high-quality cola (Mexican Coke or a small-batch cola works best)

• 2 dashes Angostura bitters (optional, but adds depth)

• 1–2 lime wedges

• Fresh mint sprig (optional garnish)

• Ice

Directions:

1. Fill a tall glass with ice (crushed or cubed).

2. Pour in the whiskey, then add bitters and squeeze in the juice of one lime wedge.

3. Top slowly with cola. Give it a gentle stir.

4. Garnish with the second lime wedge and a mint sprig if you’re feeling fancy.

5. Sip, sigh, repeat.

🧊 Variations to Try:

• Smoky & Spicy: Use a peated or smoky whiskey and a splash of chili syrup.

• Citrus Pop: Add orange zest or swap lime for lemon for a brighter profile.

• Frozen Version: Blend whiskey, cola, lime juice, and ice for a boozy cola slushie.

🍖 Perfect Pairings

• Pulled pork sliders

• BBQ ribs or smoked brisket

• Grilled peaches with honey

• Fireworks, campfires, or just a good porch sit

Final Sip

Whiskey & cola is more than just a fallback drink—it’s a summer tradition in the making. With just a few tweaks, it becomes a cocktail that’s refreshing, flavorful, and totally you.

So grab your favorite whiskey, crack open a cola, and toast to long days, late nights, and easy living. Check out our product page for Old Tennessee’s entire collection of bourbon and Tennessee whiskey.