Bitter Old Coot

1 1⁄4 oz Rye

3⁄4 oz Fernet Branca

3⁄4 oz Drambuie

3 ds Bitters, Bitter Truth Jerry Thomas’ Own Decanter

1 cube Ice (Large)

Instructions

Place a large ice cube in an Old Fashioned glass. Add liquid ingredients and stir until well chilled.

Notes

Highly Recommended Option: Luxardo Maraschino Cherry

History

Per Imbibe article: "This cocktail is simpler than the adventurous concoctions that Justus Drugstore is known for. It started out as an end-of-night staff drink and the employees liked it so well that it made it onto the menu. Justus bartenders use housemade bitters but the Bitter Truth and Fee Brothers options make tasty substitutions."

Cocktail summary

Created by

Derek Coffelt, Justus Drugstore, Smithville, MO

Is an

authentic recipe

Reference

2012 Jan/Feb issue of Imbibe - Bitter Old Coot, Page 46

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