The Kentucky Buck is a bourbon-based cocktail in the buck tradition, typically lengthened with citrus and ginger beer for a balance of warmth, acidity, and spice. Bourbon gives the drink a rounded oak and caramel foundation, while the ginger component adds effervescence and a peppery finish. It is refreshing enough for a longer session but retains the richer character of the whiskey base. The drink appears repeatedly in the bar's cocktail listings and customer drink commentary.