All Too Well
Scaled for 200 servings. A sophisticated and warming take on a classic sour, this bourbon-based cocktail is infused with the cozy, bittersweet notes of maple and cranberry, capturing the autumnal, poignant beauty of the 'Red' era. It's a drink that lingers, much like a cherished memory.
Ingredients
- 12 Liters Bourbon
- 4.5 Liters Fresh Lemon Juice
- 4.5 Liters Maple Syrup
- 3 Liters Cranberry Juice
Instructions
- Combine the bourbon, fresh lemon juice, maple syrup, and cranberry juice in large, clean containers.
- Stir well to ensure all ingredients are thoroughly mixed.
- Chill the pre-batched mixture thoroughly before serving.
- To serve, pour approximately 2.5 oz (75ml) of the chilled mixture into a cocktail shaker with ice.
- Shake vigorously until well-chilled and properly diluted (about 15-20 seconds).
- Double strain into a chilled coupe glass.
- Garnish each drink with a brandied cherry and an expressed orange peel.
Glassware: Coupe glass
Garnish: Brandied cherry and an orange peel
History
This rich cocktail is a thoughtful variation on the classic Whiskey Sour, a timeless drink known for its perfect balance of spirit, citrus, and sweetness. Our version leans into the 'Red' era's signature autumnal palette and emotional depth with maple syrup and a hint of cranberry. It's named after the beloved epic ballad 'All Too Well,' a song that perfectly encapsulates the bittersweet beauty of memory.