Old Pal Bottled Cocktail - 500ml

First published in Harry MacElhone's Barflies and Cocktails in 1927 Found in the 'Cocktails Round Town' section at the back of the book which was written by MacElhone's friend, a publisher by the name of Arthur Moss, this epilogue features recipes from some of the bar's most notable patrons (and also includes what is believed to be the first mention of the Boulevardier). In it Moss states: I remember way back in 1878, on the 30th of February to be exact, when the Writer was discussing this subject with my old pal "Sparrow" Robertson and he said to yours truly, "get away with that stuff, my old pal, here's the drink I invented when I fired the pistol the first time at the old Powderhall foot races and you can't go wrong if you put a bet down on 1/3 Canadian Club, 1/3 Eyetalian Vermouth, and 1/3 Campari," and then he told the Writer that he would dedicate this cocktail to me and call it, My Old Pal." The Eyetalian vermouth mentioned here would point to the use of an Italian Rosso vermouth, however subsequent recipes have all used a Dry vermouth which is more readily associated with France. We use the French vermouth now traditional to the Old Pal in our version along with a beautifully robust 6 year old Sazerac Rye whiskey in place of the called for Canadian Club which all leads to a beautiful peppery finish to the bright lemon and herbal notes of the vermouth.

Tasting notes

Dry and Bright. Full bodied 6 year old Sazerac Rye whiskey with notes of fresh black pepper, ginger and feint licorice pair against the vibrant bitter orange of Campari and brilliant green apple, lemon and savoury herb of Carpano Dry Vermouth.

Serving suggestion

Simply chill, then pour over ice in a rocks glass. Garnish with an orange twist.

Ingredients

Sazerac 6 Year Old Rye Whiskey, Carpano Dry Vermouth, Campari and filtered water.

Product details

Standard Drinks: 8.3 | ALC: 21% | Vol: 500ml