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Old '97

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Enjoy a taste of history with this gussied-up version of a bourbon old fashioned. Jim Beam® Bonded Bourbon is aged at least four years in a federally bonded warehouse for its rich, strong flavor. Sweeten it up with simple syrup, a tart bite of Cherry Maraschino Liqueur and a dash or two of bitters to balance the drink out.

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main spirit

Bourbon

FLAVOR

Sweet

skill level

Intermediate

Enjoy a taste of history with this gussied-up version of a bourbon old fashioned. Jim Beam® Bonded Bourbon is aged at least four years in a federally bonded warehouse for its rich, strong flavor. Sweeten it up with simple syrup, a tart bite of Cherry Maraschino Liqueur and a dash or two of bitters to balance the drink out.

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Ingredients

2 parts
Jim Beam® Bonded
1 part
Simple Syrup
1 part Cherry
Maraschino Liqueur
2 dashes
Bitters
Garnish with
Orange Peel
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Instructions

Stir ingredients over ice. Strain over fresh ice. Garnish, making sure to express the oils of the peel.

INGREDIENT GALLERY

Bottle of Jim Beam® Bonded
Jim Beam® Bonded
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Simple Syrup
Simple Syrup
Maraschino Liqueur
Maraschino Liqueur
Bitters
Bitters
Orange Peel
Orange Peel
Bottle of Jim Beam® Bonded
Jim Beam® Bonded
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Simple Syrup
Simple Syrup
Maraschino Liqueur
Maraschino Liqueur
Bitters
Bitters
Orange Peel
Orange Peel

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