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Why Our Brown Butter Old Fashioned Wins Every Time
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It starts with a pan, a stick of butter, and a little patience. Here's the story behind our most talked-about cocktail — and why it keeps people coming back.
The Brown Butter Old Fashioned didn't happen by accident. Our bar team spent weeks experimenting with fat-washing techniques before landing on the perfect ratio of brown butter to bourbon. The result? A cocktail with a rich, nutty depth that lingers long after the last sip.
**The Process**
We start by browning high-quality unsalted butter until it hits that perfect hazelnut aroma — the moment the milk solids caramelize without burning. We then combine it with our house bourbon while still warm, let it freeze overnight, and skim the solidified fat off the top. What's left is a butter-infused spirit with all the flavor and none of the grease.
Paired with a house-made demerara syrup and two generous dashes of aromatic bitters, it's stirred to silky perfection and served over a single large ice cube.
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