Old Hickory
A stirred vermouth blend created as a low-ABV homage to Andrew Jackson.
The Old Hickory is a sophisticated low-ABV cocktail that blends equal parts dry and sweet vermouth, seasoned with both orange and Peychaud's bitters. It drinks like a lighter, wine-based Manhattan, offering complexity from the interplay of the two vermouth styles. It is named after Andrew Jackson ('Old Hickory') and dates back to the turn of the 20th century. It is a perfect sessionable sipping drink for those who love stirred cocktails.
Ingredients
- • 1.5 oz dry vermouth
- • 1.5 oz sweet vermouth
- • 2 dashes orange bitters
- • 2 dashes Peychaud's bitters
Did you know?
“The drink serves as a lighter alternative to the Bamboo or Adonis, notable for using Peychaud's bitters which gives it a slight creole aromatic lift.”
Bartender's Note
Use high-quality vermouths (like Dolin and Carpano) since there is no spirit to hide behind.
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How to make the Old Hickory
- 1Add dry vermouth, sweet vermouth, orange bitters, and Peychaud's bitters to a mixing glass filled with ice
- 2Stir until well chilled
- 3Strain into a Coupe
- 4Garnish with lemon twist and serve
