THE RUM

OLD FASHIONED

Breathe new life into this classic cocktail with a few fresh takes we’ve curated just for you using our favorite rums.

THE GRANDFATHER OF COCKTAILS

THE ONE THAT STARTED IT ALL

Before the development of advanced bartending techniques and recipes in the late nineteeth century, the Old Fashioned was one of the simplest and earliest cocktails. In 1862, Jerry Thomas wrote the first book for bartenders. In it, his version of the Old Fashioned, named the “Whiskey Cocktail,” used different types of liqueurs instead of sugar, spurring a similar trend amongst other bartenders. The reemerging classic version uses bourbon or rye mixed with simple syrup and bitters, served over ice in a lowball glass with an orange peel. Today, we’re mixing it up by using rum as a base spirit, bringing a whole new class of old fashioned cocktails to the forefront.

CREATE YOUR PERFECT OLD FASHIONED COCKTAIL

MAKE THE OLD FASHIONED NEW AGAIN

History doesn’t always need to repeat itself. Change up your Old Fashioned by stirring in some of the world’s finest rums, adding depth, spice and sweetness to this perennial favorite. Get started with some of the recipes below and order a bundle of spirits to mix and match. Put your own spin on the original, with the basics delivered right to your door.

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BACARDÍ Reserva Ocho Rum

Santa Teresa 1796

Pyrat XO Reserve Rum

BACARDÍ Reserva Ocho Rum

The tropical flavors of coconut and cacao roll across the palate as dried apricot, sweet pineapple and baking spices linger, the finish is long and reminiscent of caramelized banana. Substitute sugar for ½ oz of Banana Liqueur and get a wonderfully layered old fashioned.