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Wisconsin Old Fashioned

A unique regional cocktail featuring rye whiskey, muddled fruit, and sour mix (Squirt). Sweet, fruity, and distinctive.

Ingredients

  • 2 ozRye whiskey
  • 1 sliceOrange slice
  • 1 wholeCherry
  • 1 cubeSugar cube
  • 2 dashAngostura bitters
  • 2 ozSquirt (or sour mix)or sour mix

Method

  1. 1Muddle orange slice, cherry, sugar cube, and bitters in a rocks glass
  2. 2Add rye whiskey and ice
  3. 3Top with Squirt or sour mix
  4. 4Stir gently to combine
  5. 5Garnish with additional orange slice and cherry

Bar tools

  • Muddler
  • Jigger
Glassware
Rocks glass
Method
muddle
Makes
1 drink
Garnish
Orange slice and cherry
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The Wisconsin Old Fashioned is a unique regional variation that's quite different from the traditional Old Fashioned. It's a perfect example of how regional preferences can create something truly extraordinary.

History

Created in Wisconsin, this cocktail represents the pinnacle of regional cocktail culture.

Source: Regional cocktail