The Commodore

Whiskey · Coupe

A Roaring Twenties American classic — bourbon, lemon, grenadine, and orange bitters shaken hard. Best as a long day's nightcap.

GlassCoupe
GarnishNone
ABV24%
Categoryprohibition
Flavorcitrus, pomegranate, historic, sweet

Ingredients

  • Bourbon Whiskey2 oz
  • Fresh Lemon Juice0.75 oz
  • Grenadine0.5 oz
  • Orange Bitters2 dashes
  • Maraschino Cherry1 piece

Method

  1. Add all ingredients to shaker with ice
  2. Shake hard
  3. Double strain into chilled coupe
  4. Garnish with cherry

Pro Tips

  • Roaring Twenties American classic — bourbon + lemon + grenadine + orange bitters.
  • Real grenadine matters more than bourbon quality here.
  • Best as a nightcap; the egg-white-free profile is elegant but robust.