Savage Twist Old-Fashioned
Curiada Ingredients
Other Ingredients
- 0.67 fl oz Maple syrup
- 0.67 fl oz Freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 0.17 fl oz Giffard Sugar Cane Syrup (Sirop Sucre de Canne)
Directions
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Add ice to shaker
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Add all ingredients to shaker
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Shake well with ice
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Fine strain into ice-filled old-fashioned glass
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Garnish with orange zest twist
Cocktail Description
This isn't your grandfather's Old-Fashioned—it's a shaken-not-stirred rebellion that brings bright citrus and maple sweetness to a classic bourbon template.
The Savage Twist Old-Fashioned takes Savage & Cooke's cask-finished bourbon and pairs it with an unexpected combination of maple syrup and fresh lemon juice, creating a drink that balances the whiskey's oak-aged depth with a refreshing, almost breakfast-inspired sweetness. The Giffard cane syrup adds a clean, molasses-free sugar note, while Angostura bitters keep everything grounded in familiar territory. You'll taste caramel and vanilla from the bourbon, maple warmth that doesn't overwhelm, and a zippy citrus brightness that keeps each sip lively. This is an ideal before-dinner drink when you want something approachable but interesting, or a sophisticated choice for autumn evenings when maple feels seasonally right. The shake-and-strain method is slightly more involved than building a standard Old-Fashioned, but it's still beginner-friendly—just requires a cocktail shaker and a strainer. Pair this with charcuterie, roasted nuts, or bacon-wrapped dates, where the maple and citrus can play off savory, fatty flavors.
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