Modern Old Fashioned Cocktail (Professional) 10.22.18

[@danedwards8535]

By far the BEST tutorial I have ever seen on You Tube concerning mixing a cocktail. Well Done Sir !!!

[@Joker-rr1me]

Finally someone that’s educated on the star of the show , the actual spirit! Cheers my friend! And FYI your mix was very good and balanced!!!!

[@naudmark]

Excellent! I appreciate your unpretentious enthusiasm. Cheers!

[@williamherbert]

I followed this recipe and I have to say it's probably the best OF I've ever had. I used Old Forester 100.

[@amineclif9432]

A great vital presentation of the spiritual drinks, awkwardly elegant my man

[@joedent3323]

Thanks! Nice video. Great passion for the craft

[@sylvaincastonguay2556]

Simply the best recipe!

[@jeromemester4627]

Excellent, love the recipe and even more the presentation. Thank you

[@steveprefontaine1679]

I've tried making both of these and they came out perfect. It's been about 6 months now and I make them this way every time. Thanks for a great OF recipe. It's perfect.

[@TheEthanolReview]

Awesome Steve glad you're enjoying them

[@mferro13]

LOL! Exactly what I was looking for. Gonna go practice this now. BTW.. Love the dedication and humor on this video. Ignore the haters.. you sir must be a blast to hang out with.

[@TheEthanolReview]

Manny I really appreciate the kind words friend. Cheers

[@christinecamley]

Fabulous 10 year old Bourbon - such good, intense flavour that doesn't lose flavour as the cocktail dilutes, if it is being sipped slowly and that is so important! Great bartender, lots of knowlededge. I love "it's very spirit dependent!!!" It is so true! Great bitters - love orange and Angostura! 2 beautiful ounces of Bourbon is fabulous and so delicious! I love this cocktail!! :-) Yes, stir! No shaking or anything else - just stir - right on!!!

[@TheEthanolReview]

Christine thank you for the well thought out comment. Glad we can agree on the various facets of a beautiful old fashioned : )

[@christinecamley]

@@TheEthanolReview Have an awesome day! I am looking forward to more videos!!

[@devandesmarais4865]

Great video! I've been experimenting with different variations of the Old Fashion. Something I tried I found worked well was making a brown sugar simple syrup and then I smoked the syrup. Gives the beverage a nice caramel smoky flavor.

[@TheEthanolReview]

Very cool sounds tasty ; ]

[@davidatchison9245]

The large number of variations in such a simple cocktail are amazing.

[@XiangYu94]

I love how dedicated this dude is. Cocktails can't be messed around / "everything goes" doesn't always work with cocktails. It's a precise chemistry and I appreciate it when the guides don't make it easy for the amateurs just because we're amateurs. I'm trying your non-smoked OF right now and it's amazing.

[@renegonzalez5097]

I love it when my bartender constantly licks his fingers while making my drink 3:01, 3:26, 4:24. Lol jk I know hes making it for himself. I like the smoked old fashioned.

[@TheEthanolReview]

I've stepped up my game since covid happened.. I actually lick guests fingers now too !!

[@warrenmarais]

I suppose that KFC could be selling this finger licking good cocktail soon :P

[@TheEthanolReview]

@@warrenmarais call me the colonel

[@christinecamley]

The finger licking is awful! Yuck.

[@terrellkluting5370]

@@TheEthanolReview that’s my move

[@christinecamley]

The smoking process is amazing! It will be delicious in The Old Fashioned!!

[@TheEthanolReview]

totally will be. adds just another layer to the cocktail!

[@christinecamley]

@@TheEthanolReview Fabulous!

[@kbutterfly1696]

Amazing!! Old Fashions are my favorite.. and you sure know how to make them! I especially love the smoked one! Thanks for sharing! 💖🥃

[@TheEthanolReview]

Thanks I appreciate the feedback : ]

[@nallen6559]

Absolutely love your recipe, instruction and love of the drink! I bought a smoker from a work shop and love using it for our drinks, cheese crackers etc. Going to do your drink tomorrow, many thanks!

[@DouglasJWalsh-kk9gn]

inspired me to buy a smoke kit and wow that new dimension is beyond! Bless you brother

[@Texman4268]

What are your thoughts on other whiskeys like Makers Mark, Woodford Reserve or Knob Creek for an Old Fashioned? I've tried those and even did a mixture of 2 or all 3 and it came out really good. I also use an Italian Wild Cherry like Longorn steakhouse uses in their signature Old Fashioned and they have a very unique flavor. Thanks again for the great video!!

[@TheEthanolReview]

The possible whiskeys to use are endless and will greatly influence how the drink tastes. Old fashioned is all about the base spirit. Blending is fun to do also !

[@Texman4268]

Very cool. Thank you for the reply!

[@Texman4268]

Awesome. I love a good Old Fashioned and the smoke version would be great as well. I'm gonna try this recipe at home as well. Thanks for this video!👍👍

[@TheEthanolReview]

sure let me know if there are any questions

[@morganmjohnston]

Can you link the molds and chips? I can’t find it. The best drink I’ve ever had (my friend copied this and made me one!)

[@ChadWinters]

I have been making and smoking my own for awhile, but you taught me something by smoking the ice! Fantastic. I like to spritz the glass with absinthe before I smoke it seems to help the smoke stick to the glass...it’s an Improved Whiskey Cocktail, I guess at that point

[@TheEthanolReview]

Cheers! Yes another way of helping smoke absorption is to pre chill your glass in the fridge/freezer

[@ajseul]

What was the ice cube mold you use?

[@carnagusfarnbuckler528]

The best recipe I have seen to date. Thanks.

[@TheEthanolReview]

thanks I really appreciate that. theres many ways to skin this cat though = )

[@Rishi.Rao.]

Awesome video. Can’t find that Jobon torch for the life of me.. any chance you have the exact description or link? Thanks in advance 🙏🏻

[@TheEthanolReview]

Any creme brulee torch will work, amazon has tons of different brands. I've had a couple leak fuel though so I'd recommend paying a little more than the lowest price range

[@jeffpowanda8821]

Nice cocktail. Agreed, simple syrup is better than a muddled sugar cube. You can also make the syrup from demerara or turbinado (light brown) sugar for richer flavor.

[@JeesielRamirez]

Wow Mr. I freeking love the way you talk.... blessings.

[@bornfree3531]

Good stuff...detailed and spoke very clearly.

[@TheEthanolReview]

Thanks for the kind comment my friend

[@juancarlosmalizia9689]

Hu hu!! The best Old Fashioned video ever!! Your reactions are so genuine that they inspire an urgent desire to go grab one now!! Congrats. 👏👏👏

[@kevboutin]

Curious if using a dash of liquid smoke would suffice instead of having to smoke wood chips. Making a smoky version of this cocktail in an apartment could set off some alarms if not careful. With liquid smoke, I may be able to bypass the actual smoke. Thoughts?

[@TheEthanolReview]

Not sure about liquid smoke, that's some intense stuff. This particular method is very minimal for actual smoke created. If you were to use a smoking gun like a lot of bars do, thatd probably set off an alarm

[@wildernessman760]

This channel is under rated.

[@bcm3OOO]

Looks wonderful, I am going to bring the smoked old fashion to my bar, I think my guests will love it thankyou

[@TheEthanolReview]

Im glad to hear it! You can smoke so many drinks to a benefit

[@christinecamley]

The Negroni, The Boulevardier and The Old Fashioned have all become huge faves!! I love fine wine and excellent Gin! I am learning about really good Boubon and Rye. I never thought I'd like those in a cocktail!

[@jeffh1110]

What do you think about substituting the simple syrup with a rich demarara syrup? Great video!

[@jeffh1110]

I see now there are other comments on the types of syrups. Whatever your tastes are I think we can all agree the muddled orange and cherry is the best way to ruin a good old fashion. Terrible waste of a good bourbon.

[@mariaaguerra8644]

Hi Where can i purchase the hickory smoked chips and do i need a specific kind of board to burn the chips?

[@TheEthanolReview]

Just a solid wooden board is fine. Even a small cutting board. The wood chips you can find at like... home depot or lowes in the grilling section. Cheers

[@mistervee123]

One of the best (unsmoked) old fashioned recipes I've experienced. Love the clarity and taste of the drink as you made it. Anxious to try the smoked version... sometime when my wife isn't paying attention to what I'm doing in the kitchen....

[@TheEthanolReview]

thanks for the review my friend ! glad you enjoyed it.

[@kaseys5055]

That McKenna is Bonded and badass but after winning awards is impossible to find now..... great recipe. The smoked one was super! Thanks

[@TheEthanolReview]

yea winning an award means doom for the consumer lol

[@jessemoral330]

Does anybody else just appreciate that he didn't ask you to subscribe at the end

[@drb808]

Well done I love the smoked old fashioned I use the same bitter's as well.. my question does the luxardo cherries make that big of a difference I'm on the fence about buying them but I love to drink. For my spirits I've used Weller Green label Larceny and just enjoying one now watching your video using BarnBurner small Batch

[@drb808]

Oh and also use the link for the large ice cubes thank you.. CHEERS!!

[@TheEthanolReview]

@@drb808 thanks for the feedback glad you enjoyed it. a good brandied cherry plays delicious compliment to bourbon forward cocktails. absolutely not necessary though. for example, Death & Co's house old fashioned uses lemon and orange rind, without cherry. that being said, my current favorite cherry to use as garnish are called Griotte. if you type "amifruit cherries" into amazon you can pick up a legit brand. ice cube mold brand is "chillz blox", just type that into amazon. i use those molds both at home and the bar. Two pack for $16. Cheers jeremy

[@salfont]

Love your passion dude just made one (unsmoked) great simple recipe.

[@TheEthanolReview]

That means a lot, thanks brother

[@ZEPPELIN198]

This guy is on my wavelength. Subbed!

[@TheEthanolReview]

Thanks Bradley glad you enjoyed

[@JayDub8767]

On the smoked old fashioned, I would recommend brûléeing an orange slice and adding to the drink instead of the peel. Just a little twist to add a touch more sweetness and smokiness. As a side note, black walnut bitters instead of the orange and angostura bitters is a delicious touch to the smoked old fashioned as well. Cheers!

[@TheEthanolReview]

I like where your heads at! Actually have a peach cinnamon old fashioned on our cocktail menu right now that uses the walnut bitters. Tasty stuff

[@Grimexperience62]

Beautiful simple Old Fashion with quality bourbon. Love it!

[@TheEthanolReview]

thanks for the comment my friend, glad you enjoyed it

[@williameisenberg1999]

Great video ! Thanks so much ..

[@steventwiddy3402]

How much of a difference does it make if you don’t add the orange peel ?

[@justinblee]

I’m going to suggest a couple of things to take your smoked old-fashioned to the next level: 1) Substitute two bar spoons of maple syrup for the simple syrup (thanks to the How to Drink channel for this idea) 2) Dip a wet bar spoon into turbinado sugar (although any will do), brûlée it with the torch and stir into the drink. It won’t fully dissolve but that’s okay. You still get the flavor of the burnt sugar in the same way the smoke permeates the ice, and you already have the torch so might as well use it to explore the wonderful world of caramel and burnt sugar flavors.

[@TheEthanolReview]

Thanks for the tips Justin. Theres a million ways to make old fashioned variants, this particular video was just a "house" version

[@geno816]

I actually use maple syrup in my breakfast old fashioned cocktail. With black walnut bitters. Very good.

[@kaseys5055]

Wowsers!!!!!

[@ReadySetRum]

Definitely a great video. I got to go purchase a wood plank now 😁

[@TheEthanolReview]

Best purchase 2020

[@ManuelGonzalez-ti3xf]

Wow did it this your way OMG amazing 👌

[@clucky0629]

Nice twist to the episodes by creating a drink. A definite plus!

[@stevepayne4352]

Love this video 4 so many reasons...i can't count!

[@JezzuZZ7FReaKK]

what a great presentation! loves every second haha, i wish that was me taking that first sip, looked heavenly

[@blkbeauti05]

This is how I prefer my old fashioned. I also love the simple syrup as well.

[@TheEthanolReview]

glad to hear it. honestly, if price/accessibility arent an issue, I prefer using demerara simple syrup instead of regular table sugar

[@HoboJoe1416]

I’ve heard the smoke does a great job of binding to ice. What are your thoughts on a smoke chamber with burning wood chips, where the smoke bathes the ‘mouth up’ glass and its contents (sugar/bitters/large ice cube), adding the bourbon/garnish at the last? Love the video and the wink for no reason. 😄

[@TheEthanolReview]

Phil there are lots of different techniques that will garner more/less smoke character. Depends on what you're going for really, I personally base it on the concept i'm trying to achieve + consistency. for example we made this drink called Smoke & Agave where I wanted to really show off the oak chips i was toasting, so i lit a significant amount of chips and let it sit for quite a while covered on ice. that being said if i were to use a smoking gun on it there might have been some loss of agave representation from the tequila... shrug!

[@stevenkirschner4294]

What do say to building the cocktail and then exposing it to hickory wood smoke?

[@TheEthanolReview]

You can definitely do that, much easier to do with a smoking gun though

[@youknoweverything7643]

If you like gen and tonic use Hendrick's gen and cucumber to garnish it. They showed me that in Scotland and it's so good they sell a special peeler for the cucumber

[@cwprice79]

Looks awesome! Very well done! Subbed. What are your thoughts on smoke guns?

[@TheEthanolReview]

guns usually produce a boatload of smoke. I've never worked in a professional environment with adequate ventilation to use them without freaking out guests. But in the right circumstances sure they are very effective at imparting it

[@G6Six6]

Nice. I would make sure to make this my first drink so I can appreciate it.

[@TheEthanolReview]

first, second, third, fourth = D

[@brewskytrucker]

Awesome gonna give it a whirl, my favorite drink

[@TheEthanolReview]

Thanks Tommy

[@raywilliams6098]

Love it, I use a FogHat. You make em just like I do

[@TheEthanolReview]

Thanks man

[@BrewCityRider]

I'm going to have to try that smoked thing sometime - looks delicious. I actually prefer the different textures in my Old Fashioned though, so I muddle turbinado sugar with bitters and sometimes an orange slice.

[@TheEthanolReview]

smoking definitely adds another layer to the drink. i think its great that you know what you like and why, everyone has their own way right =)

[@JL-ug9yz]

Great video. Good choice using McKenna 10. My favorite!

[@TheEthanolReview]

Cheers Hugh! When I filmed this piece of shit video McKenna 10 was still affordable. That's changed but it's still a legit ass bourbon

[@nozrep]

lol!😅 he has a painting of a Zombie Einstein on his wall! Why is Einstein a zombie in that piece of art? How humorous. This video this popped up in my feed because I have been watching a lot of Japanese bartender asmr videos lately.

[@christophersanchez392]

Do you have the link for the torch?

[@TheEthanolReview]

It's on amazon just search for brulee torch

[@Ladytees]

I love your video!!

[@TheEthanolReview]

Thanks Latitica $$

[@youknoweverything7643]

This looks so good my favorite sipping spirit on a regular basis is macallan 25 year yes its pricey very pricey but I dont care it's that good

[@celstark]

Your first is my exact same go-to recipe.

[@dillongrandon]

How many times did he suck on his fingers tho? I hope he doesn’t serve drinks like that.

[@TheEthanolReview]

Thats just extra flavor my friend!

[@drb808]

I hate it when people critique videos like he's making you the drink. Enjoy man cheers

[@Grandmaster-Kush]

Of course he aint

[@elizabethbaldwin7307]

I am glad I am not the only one who was disconcerted by that

[@donmorelock4054]

That was my immediate thought, must serve like that because its so natural to him

[@ShaneTheGeek]

This is fantastic! I have seen a few that use club soda which did not seem right at all and I am not a fan of a muddled Old Fashioned. Thank you and I enjoyed the format. Cheers and what do you know I am drinking an Old Fashioned as I type!

[@TheEthanolReview]

Ha thanks for the kind words Shane. There are a lot of ways to make this drink, but I definitely enjoy versions in this vein. Clean, and spirit forward

[@ericktellez7632]

If there is one change I dont mind and actually prefer to be done in an old fashioned is using simple syrup over a sugar cube, it just dosnt mix that well using cold or room temperature liquid with sugar and sometimes you can even feel small particles of sugar in your mouth at the end making a crunchy texture.

[@Grimexperience62]

I often use Old Forester 100 Rye. It's excellent at any price but happens to be very reasonably priced.

[@TheEthanolReview]

Old Forester makes some absolutely fantastic juice. I did a bourbon blind tasting episode and it got first place (their standard 100 proof). Thanks for the feedback!

[@Grimexperience62]

@@TheEthanolReview yes, to me the signature 100 is superb and the Rye 100 is great as well, just a bit different. Again, you bring class and style to this game..

[@keithkuhlman7555]

Where did u get a torch like that for $20?

[@TheEthanolReview]

Amazon, creme brulee torches

[@pacheco2546]

That’s new fashion!!!!

[@GUINNESSNOC]

Do you ever toast the orange peel?

[@TheEthanolReview]

Sure it's a neat trick. I'd recommend using a match, and let it burn for about 5 seconds so theres no sulfurous aroma expressed into the drink

[@idkisaidit]

What bar does homeboy work at? Its in Chicago right?

[@TheEthanolReview]

I do the bar program at Phat Sammy's in huntsville

[@idkisaidit]

@@TheEthanolReview awesome to get a reply from u bro

[@felipeoyarce8288]

Incredible music.

[@TravisLambert]

Nice torch, great video

[@TheEthanolReview]

Thanks I really appreciate it

[@69mariner]

I never see the cherry on top. The cherry is always on bottom. Plz advise...

[@TheEthanolReview]

we don't do muddling around these parts, cherry is purely garnish/aroma = )

[@69mariner]

@@TheEthanolReview “Professionals” always muddle too.

[@TheEthanolReview]

@@69mariner i hear you, everyone can do it whichever way they like. perhaps its worth experimenting with other versions though!

[@javigutierrez8029]

When he said this is the way I was sold, hes a mandalorian. @4:48

[@TheEthanolReview]

ha thanks my friend. cheers

[@ダレニモ]

just discovering your channel, keep up the good work sir!

[@TheEthanolReview]

Thats very kind of you to say! Cheers

[@mlitvak69]

Dont leak your fingers and you will be the STAR of the Show

[@TheEthanolReview]

I don't lick them at the bar lol but at home making a drink for myself I liiiiiickkkkk

[@joegonzalez7518]

Had Blue Danube playing in my head all day today, then I checked out your video. I can't escape it! I will try this. Thanks, my friend. I'm about to try Michter's Rye with 2 dashes of Bitter Truth Bogart's bitters and two dashes of Feegan's (Demerara gum syrup, citrus peels).

[@TheEthanolReview]

Ha must be KZbin destiny bro! That build with Michters sounds on point

[@geno816]

I smoke my old fashioned cocktails. But I burn rosemary to create the smoke. Its really good.

[@TheEthanolReview]

That's a neat idea thanks for the tip!

[@pracompanyrealtors4064]

Awesome 😊

[@tcollie2211]

1st ... Awesome stuff! Thanks TER! 2nd ... what kind of torch are you using? Didn't see a link for it :) :(

[@TheEthanolReview]

Thanks for the feedback! I got the torch on amazon, it says jobon on the side of it. But if you type creme brulee torch into the search there will be a number of options

[@wchann3l]

Why garnishing with a cherry if there is no cherry in the cocktail recipe?

[@TheEthanolReview]

Lots of people dont garnish with a cherry, just a personal preference if I've got good quality cherries around

[@ThePurpleHarpoon]

I once had the misfortune of dropping cigar ash into my Old Fashioned. Tasted great.

[@richardgillette5759]

i absolutely agree that the simple syrup is better than straight sugar

[@TheEthanolReview]

Yea thats a point of contention for some people. Antiquated if you ask me

[@NYCrooner]

The Ethanol Review I think it adds texture and the drink evolves. Cheers either way!

[@Firebugz10]

What brand of torch was that?

[@TheEthanolReview]

"Jobon" is on the side of it. Bought on amazon for the cheap

[@dadaday98]

@@TheEthanolReview thanks. I just put it in my cart. 😁

[@TheEthanolReview]

@@dadaday98 glad I could help!

[@youknoweverything7643]

Could you do a hickory smoked amaretto sour

[@AngryBeardGaming]

This guy really reminds me of Gale Boetticher from Breaking Bad

[@TheEthanolReview]

Drawing a blank , who dat

[@idkisaidit]

Haha Greg from HTD would be like Heisenberg. “That 3% may not sound like a big deal, but trust me, it is...”

[@redbirdsrising]

More like Boozing with Babish

[@peanutpictures97]

Carter T ARZ underrated comment

[@claudia98042]

Loved the reactions😍👍

[@TheEthanolReview]

Thank you so much 😁

[@menkros1]

Excellent

[@PhoenixRising1984]

Thanks for sharing thus step by step old fashioned. I love old fashions and heard about the fancy smoked style. Thus video explained it perfectly. Loved the human element to this. And I must say that beard is fucking glorious. No homo.... thanks again man!

[@angeleamateo-sullivan1982]

Can you reuse the board several times?

[@TheEthanolReview]

definitely, you can use it a bunch of times

[@mickeyts5626]

great vid Bud

[@TheEthanolReview]

Thanks my friend

[@justinblee]

Great video!

[@TheEthanolReview]

Thanks glad you enjoyed it!

[@artexgrey6266]

Came for the drink, stayed for the beard

[@TheEthanolReview]

Working on an uncensored version. And the carpets match the drapes..

[@garys9718]

Nice, but I prefer demerara sugar syrup over simple syrup, and I rim the glass with Bourbon smoked sugar

[@TheEthanolReview]

very cool, how does the bourbon smoked sugar process work?

[@garys9718]

@@TheEthanolReview It got a sweet taste, but smells like smoky bourbon b4 you drink it ,basically like margarita salt, or sugar rimmed glass

[@TheEthanolReview]

@@garys9718 oh so it's something you can buy pre made

[@garys9718]

@@TheEthanolReview yes

[@garys9718]

@@TheEthanolReview i believe that its made in Kentucky

[@newerafrican]

Super dope!!

[@TheEthanolReview]

Thanks my friend

[@matthewjedlicka5392]

Great video, son!