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Evangeline, Stirred: The Best Stirred Bourbon Cocktail Recipe

Created by Nick Dietrich, one of New Orleans' most esteemed bartenders, the Evangeline Stirred Cocktail is where Louisiana meets Kentucky. If you're looking for a smooth, complex, and flavorful stirred bourbon cocktail, this re-imagined Old Fashioned is the perfect choice. It uses a special combination of rich Buffalo Trace bourbon and our award-winning El Guapo™ Chicory Pecan Bitters to create a drink with a distinct Southern flair.

Evangeline, Stirred Cocktail Recipe

This cocktail is a masterpiece of flavor and balance. The warmth of the bourbon is complemented by the subtle sweetness of cane syrup, while the chicory pecan bitters add a final layer of deep, nutty, and coffee-like complexity.

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. In a double old-fashioned glass, combine the bourbon, cane syrup, and El Guapo™ Chicory Pecan Bitters.
  2. Stir the ingredients using a large ice cube.
  3. Stir for at least 30 seconds to properly chill and dilute the cocktail without over-aerating it.
  4. Garnish with a fresh orange peel.
  5. Serve immediately.

 

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Frequently Asked Questions 

What does the Evangeline Stirred Cocktail taste like?

The Evangeline Stirred Cocktail has a classic flavor profile that is both warm and nutty. It tastes like a modern Old Fashioned with a distinctly Southern twist. The rich bourbon provides a strong base, while the chicory pecan bitters add notes of toasted pecan and coffee, making it smooth and complex.

Why is this a stirred bourbon cocktail?

A stirred bourbon cocktail is one that is mixed with a spoon and ice rather than being shaken. Stirring is the preferred method for cocktails made entirely of spirits, as it results in a perfectly chilled and diluted drink that maintains its clarity and texture. Shaking would introduce air and cloud the cocktail.

What does El Guapo™ Chicory Pecan Bitters taste like?

Our award-winning El Guapo™ Chicory Pecan Bitters has a unique flavor profile that is both savory and nutty. It contains notes of toasted pecan, chicory, coffee, and a hint of dark chocolate, which gives this drink a rich and flavorful complexity.

What makes this a "Louisiana meets Kentucky" cocktail?

This cocktail is a perfect blend of Kentucky and Louisiana flavors. It uses Kentucky bourbon as its base, but the addition of Louisiana cane syrup and our Chicory Pecan Bitters gives it a distinctly New Orleans flavor profile, bringing together the best of both states.

 

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