Let’s Talk about Mixology, Part 38
by Amer A. Vargas
The Old-Fashioned Old Fashioned
In this issue of the MBJ, we revisit old times and an old fashioned and classic cocktail— the Old Fashioned itself.
The recipe for this cocktail has changed since its creation more than a couple of centuries ago, but nowadays it is well established. As you are about to find out, it is very simple and quick to prepare!
The ingredients you need for this mix are: 2 oz. (6 cl.) of rye or bourbon whiskey, 3 dashes of Angostura bitters, 1 splash of club soda or still water, 1 refined sugar cube (or half a teaspoon), and ice cubes.
Naturally, the glass we use for this cocktail is an old fashioned cocktail glass (aka the lowball). Put the sugar in the glass and wet it with the three dashes of Angostura bitters and a splash of club soda or water. Stir a few seconds and crush a little bit of the sugar with a wooden muddler. Rotate the glass so the mix lines the inside wall of the glass. Next, add a few ice cubes and pour the rye whiskey or bourbon according to the drinker’s preference. Stir the whole mix and finish by decorating with an orange slice or an orange-peel twist.
For those who like a little caramel flavor, changing the refined white sugar to brown or demerara sugar will do the trick.
To the old times, and the great new times to come, cheers!
Mr. Vargas is the Institute’s President—feel free to contact him via email, AmerVargas @ modernbutlers.com
The Institute is dedicated to raising service standards by broadly disseminating the mindset and superior service expertise of that time-honored, quintessential service provider, the British Butler, updated with modern people skills, and adapted to the needs of modern employers and guests in staffed homes, luxury hotels, resorts, spas, retirement communities, jets, yachts & cruise ships around the world.