6 Bourbons For Old Fashion Style

6 Bourbons for Old-Fashion Style

by Men's Reporter Team

The cocktail renaissance of the early ’10s brought many classic recipes back into the mainstream. And perhaps the most popular whiskey-based cocktail that has become famous again in the ensuing years is the iconic and timeless Old Fashioned.

Like many classic mixed drinks, the Old Fashioned has a somewhat murky history. There are several origin stories, but the most widely accepted theory dates back to 1889. This is believed to be the case at the time when bartender, distiller, and whiskey pioneer James E. Pepper (who now has a line of whiskey created in his honor) Masu. The mixed drink was created at the Pendennis Club in Louisville, Kentucky, and then brought to the Waldorf Astoria Hotel Bar in New York City. It became one of the most popular cocktails of its time before making a comeback in recent decades.

The drink itself is simple yet elegant. It consists of mixed sugar, Angostura bitters, and water, then ice and whisky. Some drinkers prefer the peppery spice of rye, while others prefer bourbon. Fortunately for those in the latter category, there are many options available.

Here are six of our favorite bourbons to mix with your Old Fashioned. These complex, nuanced and versatile expressions are guaranteed to blend well with other ingredients without overwhelming them or drowning them in the background.

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