Editor’s Note: This item was provided to us as a review sample by Brown-Forman. This in no way, per our editorial policies, influenced the final outcome of this review. Show A cocktail after work is a lovely thing, but for those without experience in making a drink it can be a daunting task. That is where cocktail syrups have tried to enter the market. Often aiming to cut out the prep and need for fresh ingredients, cocktail syrups offer a just add booze recipe to make yourself and guests something fun. Woodford Reserve has partnered with Williams Sonoma to make a line of cocktail syrups that aim to do just this. This product line currently includes three flavors of cocktail syrups; a Mint Julep, an Old Fashioned, and a Whiskey Sour. I’ll start off by making it very clear, I’m a cocktail snob. Having worked as a bartender in two different countries, and in some exceptional cocktail programs, I have developed a knowledge for what a classic should taste like. These syrups are far removed from the classics they are named for. That’s not to say they don’t have a place in the market, it just won’t replace your favorite bar serving up the real thing. The benefit of them is in their stability, these syrups are shelf stable and can be kept in the fridge ready to use much longer than the ingredients you would normally use. In making these I used the instructions on the bottle. Overall I found these instructions led to a drink that was below the size of a normal cocktail. I made all of these drinks with Woodford Reserve’s Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey and I think they suffered because of it. Woodford is not something I reach for when making any cocktail due to its lighter, smoother flavor profile. When making cocktails you want bold flavors that hold up to dilution and bring something to your drink. Woodford takes a back seat and often calls for heavily modifying recipes so the whiskey can still come through. The Mint Julep tastes artificial, reminding me of Trident’s spearmint gum. The Old Fashioned could be popular in some regions, reminding me more of a Wisconsin Brandy Old Fashioned than what I would make regularly. It was like drinking sweetened watered down whiskey with fruity notes in it. The Whiskey Sour was my favorite of them, but I had to distance it from my idea of what a Whiskey Sour should be. This is a whiskey and sour mix, not a Whiskey Sour. The sour ended up being a jumble of flavors that didn’t integrate and just lacked the brightness of a fresh drink. The above paragraph sure makes it sound like I hate this product. But let’s be clear, I tend to hate all cocktail syrups. They are cheap imitations of something that only takes a little more time and effort to make. But I see where these can come in handy as well. With the bottle designed for 32 servings, if you have a large group of people you need to make drinks for these will do the job. They are easy to scale up recipes to just make a large batch all at once. The flavor profile isn’t great, but it will appease the masses.
 Woodford Williams Sonoma Cocktail Mixers (image via Brown-Forman) Review: Williams Sonoma Woodford Reserve Cocktail MixersDetails: 16oz bottle, 32 servings, $19 per bottle, available at Williams Sonoma Impressions: Working with these syrups I saved some time on making my drink. It puts making a cocktail more on par with the time it takes to make one in the bar. All the prep is done and you just have to mix the syrups with whiskey. However with a little bit of effort to prep some juice and simple syrup I am able to produce a drink that is much better quality with cleaner, brighter flavor profiles. To me it will always be worth that little extra time and money for a fresh drink.
Monday 07 January 2019 – WOODFORD RESERVE®,one of the world’s most revered bourbon brands hasannounced the launch of its Old Fashioned Cocktail Syrup across the UK on-trade from January 2019. With the Old Fashioned cocktail often perceived as complex and time-consuming to perfect, Woodford Reserve has carefully developed a syrup that recreates the integrated flavour of the core ingredients of this classic serve – bitters, sugar and orange essence. Having worked closely with bartenders for the past 12 years, the Woodford Reserve Old Fashioned Cocktail Syrup is ideal for supporting speed of service and consistency all year round. DEVELOPED WITH BARTENDERS Often heralded as the ‘bartender’s bourbon’, being the preferred choice for the Old Fashioned in 9 out of 10 ofthe world’s best bars*, Woodford Reserve wanted to create its cocktail syrup collectively with the trade. From a Q&A through to a tasting workshop, with a cross-section of bartenders from volume to prestige accounts, Woodford Reserve was able to create a liquid that would perfectly complement the signature notes of Woodford Reserve Distiller’s Select – rich fruits, caramel, spices and vanilla – for the perfect serve. SYRUPS & TINCTURES From working with some of the UK’s leading bartenders, Woodford Reserve was able to understand what bartenders wanted from a syrup – and why – before creating the liquid. The resulting recipe uses bitters, sugars and botanical extracts to create a syrup with depth ideal for creating the world’s favourite classic cocktail quickly and easily with consistency. Working alongside bartenders from the beginning, Woodford Reserve hosted a dedicated workshop in London to gain further knowledge into the flavour profile of the liquid. Sharing insights from an award-winning hotel-bar perspective was Giorgio Bargiani, Senior Bartender at The Connaught Bar who commented “It has been inspiring to see such a respected brand wanting to work so closely with bartenders for this type of project. It was fantastic to share my insights on what my customers want from a cocktail such as the Old Fashioned.” Emily Richardson, Head of Super Premium Brands – Brown Forman comments “Woodford Reserve has always sought to create a perfectly balanced liquid and the Old Fashioned Syrup was no different. Woodford Reserve is comprised of more than 200 detectable flavour notes, from bold grain and wood, to sweet aromatics, spice, fruit and floral notes, so it was important to identify key profiles to complement this. The final liquid is the perfect reflection of the quality and craftsmanship of Woodford Reserve and we look forward to the reception from the UK trade.” Available as part of an ongoing offer from wholesalers, including Carlsberg, Amathus, Coors and Hills Prospect, bartenders will receive a complimentary 500ml bottle of the Old Fashioned Cocktail Syrup when purchasingWoodford Reserve Distiller’s Select. For the perfect serve, simply pour 50ml of Woodford Reserve Distiller’s Select Bourbon into your favourite glass; add 10ml of Woodford Reserve Old Fashioned Cocktail Syrup; stir with ice for 10 seconds and garnish with an orange zest. How do you use Old Fashioned Cocktail Syrup Woodford Reserve?Instructions. Pour 50ml of Woodford Reserve® Bourbon into your favorite glass. Add 10ml of Old Fashioned Cocktail Syrup. Add Ice, Stir for 10 seconds and garnish with an orange peel.
Does Woodford Reserve make a good Old Fashioned?Woodford Reserve® Old Fashioned Syrup is the finest way to enjoy an authentic Old Fashioned, the world's favorite classic cocktail.
What is a good mixer with Woodford Reserve?How You Should Drink Woodford Reserve Bourbon. Straight.. On the rocks.. With a bit of water.. With club soda.. With ginger ale.. What is the secret to a good Old Fashioned?Old Fashioneds are to be stirred, never shaken. In general, you should shake any cocktail with citrus juice, egg whites or cream, and stir all others. Use a bar spoon to steadily stir the cocktail for a maximum of 30 seconds—you want to chill it without melting the ice cube down too much.
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Woodford reserve old fashioned cocktail syrup review
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