How To Make Old Overholt Cocktail

Today, I’m very excited to show you how I make the famous Old Overholt Cocktail. It’s been adored by many drink enthusiasts for a long time.

My spouse and I aren’t big drinkers and that’s a great thing we have in common. We’re not big on drinking, which is very good for us. However, every once in a time, we’ll enjoy a few tasty cocktails for special occasions.

The Old Overholt Cocktail is for those who like a mix of strong Rye whiskey with a hint of sweet vermouth, as well as a few delicious bitters.

The Old Overholt cocktail is simple! You’ll only need just a few ingredients, and the steps are simple and you’ll end up with an amazing drink that’s cool and welcoming.

Ingredients

• 2 oz Old Overholt Rye Whiskey
• 1 oz Sweet Vermouth
• 2 dashes Angostura Bitters
• Orange twist, for garnish

Kitchen Equipment You’ll Need

1. Mixing Glass
2. Bar Spoon
3. Jigger
4. Strainer
5. Ice Tray (for large cubes)
6. Citrus Peeler

How to Make Old Overholt Cocktail

Step 1:

Make sure you have a large cup and pour ice into it.

Step 2:

Add the Old Overholt Rye Whiskey, sweet vermouth, as well as the bitters.

Step 3:

Mix it well to blend the flavors and then chill it.

Step 4:

Make another cup and pour the mixture through the strainer.

Step 5:

Remove the skin from an orange and pour it over the drink, and then pour it in the drink as a decoration if you like.

Tips from Julia

• Make sure you have a large container to mix everything together.
• Use a different cup that has holes (a strainer) to pour your drink into.
• Peel off the exterior of the orange, and then squeeze the juice into your drink.  

Food that pairs well with this Cocktail

Take some crackers and cheese to make a delicious blend of textures. Or, try some classic chicken wings to make a delicious accompaniment to the smoky cocktail.

If you’d like to make it more sweet try peanut Butter Chocolate Marble Muffins with Ferris Nut Co, or any other sweet treat you’d like, check out my other dessert recipes.

Nutritional Value of Old Overholt Cocktail

• Calories: 175 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 5g
• Sugars: 4g
• Fat: 0g
• Protein: 0g
• Sodium: 5mg
• Alcohol Content: ~22g (depending on alcohol by volume)

FAQ

Can I use a different rye whiskey?

Although Old Overholt Rye Whiskey is the most common choice you can also enjoy trying out other cool rye whiskeys to find out which one tastes the best.

Can I prepare for a party ahead of time?

Make a large portion of the drink (just remove the ice) and store it in the fridge. When the time is right serve it over frozen ice, sprinkle it with an attractive decoration and you’re ready!

To make this party more memorable, don’t forget to decorate your drinks and party space with carefully designed Custom Stickers. These stickers can not only add fun to the party but also make your drinks look more tempting.

What if I don’t want any alcohol?

You can make a customized version that is alcohol-free. Simply use a great substitute that is alcohol-free instead of whiskey, and then adjust the much you add so that it tastes the way you like it.

Conclusion

The Old Overholt Cocktail isn’t just an alcoholic drink, but having this drink is like having history in a glass. It’s so old and delicious too, enough Cocktail enthusiasts love this drink.

Be sure to inform your drinking pals about this delicious recipe. Thanks for reading this recipe and make sure you check out some of our others.

Old Overholt Cocktail

Recipe by JuliaCourse: CocktailCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy

Servings

1

servings

Prep time

5

minutes

Cooking timeminutes

Calories

150

kcal

Total time

5

minutes

The Old Overholt Cocktail is a classic American drink. It mixes bold Old Overholt Rye Whiskey with sweet vermouth and a bit of aromatic bitters. Is so good, It's perfect for those who love a well-made, classy cocktail. Easy yet fancy, this drink gives you a taste of history in every glass. Enjoy

Ingredients

• 2 oz Old Overholt Rye Whiskey

• 1 oz Sweet Vermouth

• 2 dashes Angostura Bitters

Directions

• Get a big cup and put ice in it.
• Pour in the Old Overholt Rye Whiskey, sweet vermouth, and the bitters.
• Stir it a lot to mix the flavors and make it cold.
• Use another cup and pour the mixture through a strainer.
• Take the skin off an orange and squeeze it over the drink, then put it in as a decoration if you want.

Notes

• Get a large cup to mix everything.
• Use another cup with holes (a strainer) to pour your drink into.
• Peel the outside of an orange and squeeze the juice over your drink. It will add a special taste to your cocktail.