Ward Eight
A rye‑citrus‑grenadine sour with bright, historic Boston character.
Base spirit
Whiskey
Style
Sour
Glassware
Coupe
The Ward Eight blends rye whiskey with lemon, orange, and grenadine for a tart, lightly sweet sour. It drinks vibrant and refreshing, with grenadine adding color and subtle fruit depth.
Ingredients
Servings
- • 2 oz rye
- • 0.5 oz lemon
- • 0.5 oz orange
- • 0.25 oz grenadine
Did you know?
“Created in Boston around 1898 to celebrate a political victory; its exact origin remains debated among local bars.”
Source:Boston bar histories; Imbibe
Bartender's Note
Use real pomegranate grenadine, not dyed syrup.
How to make the Ward Eight
- 1Shake with ice.
- 2Strain into coupe.
- 3Garnish.
