Allegheny Cocktail

Name: Allegheny Cocktail Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 oz Kentucky Tavern Bourbon; 1 oz Dry Vermouth; 1 1/2 tsp Mr. Boston Blackberry Flavored Brandy; 1 1/2 tsp Lemon Juice

The Allegheny Cocktail is a balanced bourbon drink that combines Kentucky whiskey, dry vermouth, blackberry brandy, and lemon juice for a smooth, slightly fruity character. Its key standout is the blackberry brandy that adds subtle berry notes without overpowering the bourbon base.

🏷️Equipment: cocktail glass

Total

5 min

Servings

4

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$11–$18

Recipe Source

View original recipe

From Mr. Boston Drinks · by Mr. Boston Official Bartender's Guide 50th Anniversary Edition

Ingredients

1 oz Kentucky Tavern Bourbon
1 oz Dry Vermouth

1 1/2 tsp Mr. Boston Blackberry Flavored Brandy

1 1/2 tsp Lemon Juice

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Instructions

1
Shake with ice and strain into cocktail glass.
2
Add a twist of lemon peel.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Use fresh-squeezed lemon juice rather than bottled for brighter acidity and cleaner flavor balance.
Chill your coupe or cocktail glass in the freezer for at least 5 minutes before serving to keep the drink cold longer.
Shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds to properly chill and integrate the whiskey, vermouth, brandy, and citrus.
Pour a small rinse of dry vermouth in the glass first if you prefer a more pronounced herbal note.

Substitutions

Kentucky Tavern Bourbon → Buffalo Trace or Maker's Mark (similar proof and flavor weight)
Mr. Boston Blackberry Brandy → Chambord or crème de cassis (different berry profile, adjust to taste)
Lemon Juice → lime juice (shifts to a more tropical character; reduce to 1 tsp if using lime)

Equipment

cocktail shaker · bar spoon · jigger or measuring spoon · coupe or cocktail glass

Common Questions

Can I substitute the blackberry brandy in an Allegheny Cocktail?

Yes. Crème de cassis, blackberry liqueur, or even chambord can replace Mr. Boston Blackberry Brandy, though each will shift the flavor profile slightly.

Should an Allegheny Cocktail be served up or over ice?

Strain into a chilled coupe or cocktail glass and serve up without ice for the classic presentation, though over ice is acceptable.

What's the best way to chill this cocktail?

Shake all ingredients with ice for 10-15 seconds until well-chilled, then strain. Proper chilling rounds out the flavors and balances the tartness from the lemon.