The Old Fashioned

I want to let everyone know that I do read all of the emails that I get. There was a common theme in my emails this last month. Lets set this up. About a month ago I was extremely busy and didn’t have enough time to thoroughly read and review a cookbook. So I wrote a post about the Green Monster Cocktail. Since that day I have been getting a ton of emails from loyal readers saying that they would prefer a cocktail over a book review. I say if you want a cocktail, I will deliver. Plus it allows me to drink on the job. Hooray!!! I know that some people like the book reviews so I am going to throw a link to one every so often. A full review won’t be featured on the main page, but a link to the full review will be provided. So here we go. Time for a cocktail.

This week I decided to go old school and make a drink reminiscent of the 50’s as I have been watching a lot of Mad Men (a great TV show, check it out).

The ingredients

The first step is to place the orange wedge, sugar cube and bitters into a rocks glass.

Next using the back of a spoon or a muddler, muddle the orange and sugar until the cube is finely smashed.

Next pour in the bourbon. I am using Wild Turkey Rare Breed. Why, because it is awesome!!!

Next fill the glass with ice and pour in the seltzer. Stir to make sure the sugar is dissolved.

The finishing touch is a maraschino cherry on top.

Next time you are gearing up to watch Mad Men, pour yourself an Old Fashioned.

— Rex

The Old Fashioned

Classic Old Fashioned cocktail with bourbon, sugar, bitters, and soda water. A timeless 1950s-style drink.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Total Time 5 minutes mins

Servings: 1 drink

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 2 oz bourbon 3-4 oz if feeling sassy
• 6 oz seltzer soda water, club soda, or sparkling water
• 2 dashes bitters
• 1 sugar cube or 1 tsp granulated sugar
• 1 orange wedge
• 1 maraschino cherry
• Ice

Method

 

1. Place the orange wedge, sugar cube, and bitters into a rocks glass.
2. Using the back of a spoon or a muddler, muddle the orange and sugar until the cube is finely smashed.
3. Pour in the bourbon.
4. Fill the glass with ice.
5. Pour in the seltzer and stir to make sure the sugar is dissolved.
6. Top with a maraschino cherry.
7. Serve and enjoy.

Notes

A classic cocktail reminiscent of the 1950s and perfect for watching Mad Men. The quality of the bourbon makes a difference in the final drink. Sugar cubes are traditional but granulated sugar works as well. Adjust bourbon amount based on preference.