| Drink | Bødkerens Dram (The Cooper's Dram), a twist on the Old Fashioned |
| Whiskey | 6 cl Jameson Black Barrel |
| Syrup | 1 cl cane sugar syrup |
| Liqueur | 1 cl Cointreau Noir |
| Bitters | 4 dash Angostura |
| Glass and garnish | Whisky glass with ice, lemon zest |
About Jameson Black Barrel
According to our product page, Jameson Black Barrel is a triple distilled Irish whiskey at 40 %. It is matured in first-fill bourbon and sherry casks, meaning casks that have only been used once before. That gives a more intense cask character than Jameson Original. The nose is rich and full with sherry notes, and the palate is caramel and spice with a full, long finish.
About Cointreau Noir
According to our product page, Cointreau Noir is a French orange liqueur at 40 %, made from about 70 % classic Cointreau and 30 % cognac, macerated with walnuts and almonds. It is described as a darker and drier take on the well-known Cointreau, with orange peel, vanilla and honey on the nose and a light nutty character on the palate.
Bødkerens Dram and the Old Fashioned
We have not found any documented history for Bødkerens Dram itself. The old-fashioned classic does have one. Wikipedia writes that the first known definition of the word cocktail is from 1806, where it is described as a strong mix of spirits, bitters, water and sugar. An Old Fashioned is made from whiskey, sugar, bitters and water.
Our Bødkerens Dram vs an Old Fashioned
| | Our recipe and the Old Fashioned |
| Whiskey | 6 cl Jameson Black Barrel (ours) / 45 ml bourbon or rye (IBA) |
| Sweetness | 1 cl cane sugar syrup (ours) / 1 sugar cube (IBA) |
| Bitters | 4 dash Angostura (ours) / a few dashes Angostura (IBA) |
| Extra | 1 cl Cointreau Noir (ours) / a few dashes of water (IBA) |
| Garnish | Lemon zest (ours) / orange slice or zest and cocktail cherry (IBA) |
Our version uses Irish whiskey and adds Cointreau Noir, and it skips the water.
About the ingredients in your Bødkerens Dram
The whiskey is Jameson Black Barrel, the syrup can be Monin Cane Sugar, the liqueur is Cointreau Noir and the bitters are Angostura. Lemon zest and ice cubes you get wherever you usually do. If you need gear, have a look at cocktail equipment for your home bar.
Tips for your Bødkerens Dram
Stir to taste, as the recipe says. Taste it, and add a little more syrup if you find it too dry. Use big ice cubes so the drink does not water down too fast. If you like, make it in a shaker instead.
My verdict on Bødkerens Dram
This is a drink for people who like whiskey and want something more than neat whiskey. The sherry and caramel from Jameson Black Barrel stand strong, and the orange from Cointreau Noir rounds it off. It is easy to make and does not need many things.
Frequently asked questions about the Bødkerens Dram cocktail recipe
What is Bødkerens Dram?
A whiskey cocktail made with Jameson Black Barrel, cane sugar syrup, Cointreau Noir and Angostura bitters. It is a twist on the old-fashioned classic, the Old Fashioned.
What goes into a Bødkerens Dram recipe?
6 cl Jameson Black Barrel, 1 cl cane sugar syrup, 1 cl Cointreau Noir orange liqueur, 4 dash Angostura bitters and ice cubes. Garnish with lemon zest.
How do you make a Bødkerens Dram?
Put ice cubes in a whisky glass. Mix the ingredients in the glass and stir to taste. You can also mix it in a shaker. Add lemon zest at the end.
What is an Old Fashioned?
According to Wikipedia, an Old Fashioned is a cocktail of whiskey, sugar, bitters and water, typically with rye or bourbon. The IBA recipe uses 45 ml whiskey, a sugar cube, a few dashes of Angostura and a few dashes of water.
What is the difference between Bødkerens Dram and an Old Fashioned?
We use Irish whiskey, cane sugar syrup instead of a sugar cube, a small amount of Cointreau Noir and no water. There is also more whiskey, 6 cl against 45 ml.
Where does the word cocktail come from?
According to Wikipedia, the first known definition is from 1806 in an American paper, which describes a cocktail as a strong mix of spirits, bitters, water and sugar. We have not found a documented history for Bødkerens Dram.
What is Jameson Black Barrel?
A triple distilled Irish whiskey at 40 %. According to our product page it is matured in first-fill bourbon and sherry casks and is fuller than Jameson Original.
What is Cointreau Noir?
A French orange liqueur at 40 %, which according to our product page is a blend of about 70 % Cointreau and 30 % cognac, macerated with walnuts and almonds.
What is a dash?
A small splash from the bitters bottle. We use 4 dash of Angostura bitters in the recipe.
What can I garnish with?
Lemon zest, or dried lemon.
Read more about cocktails
Find all our drink recipes here at Whisky.dk. Also try Dark and Stormy or Samurai Rock. You can also read Wikipedia about the Old Fashioned.
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