There was a vibe in the first decades of the 20th century that generated some really outstanding drinks. What a hearty and hardy bunch those long-ago boozers were. We owe them a great debt!
So, here we go again with another of the old-time classics.
As we move – finally!– into cooler weather, we here at davidpainerealtor.com naturally begin to think of the more robust flavors brought to you by whiskey-based drinks. Think Manhattan and Rob Roy.
Based on bourbon and sweet vermouth, the Derby certainly works those flavors, but adds orange curacao and fresh lime on top. Those two – especially the lime – add a kick that’s unexpected and really delicious. If a Manhattan is a little too sweet/heavy for you, a Derby will really ring your bell!
Mix up a few of these and you’ll be off to the races in no time flat!
The Derby
1 oz bourbon
.5 oz sweet vermouth
.5 oz orange curaçao (plain old triple sec will do fine as well)
.75 oz fresh lime juice
Shake until your fingers freeze, and serve straight up. A lime peel for garnish doesn’t change the flavor, but it looks really nice.