On the Rocks

What is a “rocks glass” and what is its purpose?  The major confusion comes from the name “rocks glass” as it can also be called an “old fashioned", “whisky” or “lowball” glass.  The rocks glass is a short glass, also known as a tumbler which holds between 4-10 fluid ounces.

Most folks use a rocks glass for spirits that are poured over ice, also known as “on the rocks.”  The glass works well for distilled spirits standing alone in a glass because four ounces is typically all that one needs.  Many utilize rocks glasses for drinks that are very sweet and can be overwhelming in large doses.

In general, the rocks, lowball and old fashioned  style glass are all going to fit the needs of the drinker and have common sizes. Drinks served “neat” (without ice) may be served in a rocks glass going by the name old fashioned.

FEBRUARY COCKTAIL RECIPES

Make your Mark on Game Day with Maker’s Mark Bourbon Whisky!    With this being a historical and most watched sporting event, everyone anticipates grabbing a comfy seat on the couch and indulging in food and cocktails.  Entertain your guests’ taste buds with some Maker’s Mark Bourbon Whisky and/or Maker’s Mark 46 Bourbon Whisky.  Sit back and relax during the game with these great cocktail recipes.

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New Fashioned

The classic Old Fashioned whiskey cocktail takes a modern

turn with a dash of amaretto and a twist of orange.

Ingredients:

• 1 ounce(s) Maker’s Mark Bourbon Whisky
• 1/2 ounce(s) Amaretto
• 1/4 ounce(s) Simple Syrup
• 3 dash(es) Bitters
• 1 piece(s) Orange Peel

Directions:

1. Stir ingredients in a shaker with ice.
2. Strain into rocks glass.
3. Serve chilled neat and garnished with orange peel.

Sweet Bourbon Punch

Ingredients:

• 1 - 12 oz can frozen limeade
• 1 - 12 oz can frozen orange juice
• 2 cups sweet tea
• 7 cups water
• 1 – 750mL bottle of Maker’s Mark or Maker’s Mark 46 Bourbon Whisky
• Citrus slices for garnish

Directions:

In a gallon container mix the limeade and orange juice with the sweet tea.  Add the water and then the bourbon; mix thoroughly until frozen concentrates have dissolved; then chill.3. Serve over ice and garnish with citrus slices.

Yield: 1 Gallon

Kentucky Whiskey Smash

Ingredients:

• 2 parts Maker's Mark Bourbon
• 4 mint leaves
• ¾ lemon
• 1 part simple syrup
• Lemon wheel, for garnish
• Sprig of Mint, for garnish

Directions:

Muddle all ingredients except Maker's Mark Bourbon in a bar glass. Add Maker's Mark Bourbon and shake with ice. Strain into an ice filled rocks glass. Garnish with a sprig of mint and a lemon wheel.

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