Old Pal Cocktail Recipe
The Old Pal is a classic cocktail that packs a punch. We love its bold flavor and simple ingredients. With its balanced mix of spice, bitterness, and crispness, it’s a drink we keep coming back to. Here’s how we can whip it up at home.
Equipment
- Mixing Glass
- Bar Spoon
- Strainer
- Coupe or Nick and Nora glass
- Peeler or paring knife (for lemon twist)
Ingredients
- 1 oz Rye Whiskey
- 1 oz Campari
- 1 oz Dry Vermouth
- Lemon Twist for garnish
Instructions
- Fill a mixing glass with ice.
- Measure and pour in 1 oz each of rye whiskey, Campari, and dry vermouth.
- Stir gently for about 30 seconds to chill and dilute the cocktail.
- Strain into a chilled coupe or Nick and Nora glass.
- Take a lemon peel, twist it over the drink to release the oils, and either drop it in or place it on the rim.
Notes
- We love using a bonded rye for extra oomph. It stands up well to the Campari's boldness.
- Chilling our glass beforehand keeps the drink cold longer. We pop it in the freezer while we mix.
- For a modern twist, we sometimes use a 2:1:1 ratio. More rye means more spice and less sweetness.
- Always taste as we go. Different brands can change the flavor, so we adjust to suit our taste.