Improved Whiskey Cocktail
Whiskey · Rocks
An 1876 Jerry Thomas variation — the Old Fashioned template 'improved' with maraschino and absinthe. The bridge between Whiskey Cocktail and modern Old Fashioned.
| Glass | Rocks |
| Garnish | None |
| ABV | 30% |
| Category | classic |
| Flavor | spirit-forward, complex, historic, aromatic |
Ingredients
- Rye Whiskey2 oz
- Simple Syrup0.25 oz
- Maraschino Liqueur0.25 tsp
- Absinthe1 dash
- Angostura Bitters2 dashes
- Lemon Peel1 twist
Method
- Add all ingredients to mixing glass with ice
- Stir until cold
- Strain into rocks glass over large cube
- Express lemon peel over and drop in