Honor and Glory
This powerful, smoky Old Fashioned is as sturdy and honorable as Reinhardt himself. It's a classic Old Fashioned build with a split base and a unique garnish, reflecting his unwavering resolve and German roots.
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz Rye whiskey
- 0.5 oz Islay single malt Scotch
- 0.25 oz Demerara Syrup
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
Instructions
- Combine rye whiskey, Islay Scotch, demerara syrup, and Angostura bitters in a mixing glass.
- Add a large ice cube and stir for about 30 seconds until well-chilled and properly diluted.
- Strain over a fresh, large ice cube in a rocks glass.
- Express the oils from a flamed orange peel over the drink, then discard the peel.
- Garnish with a small, soft pretzel on the rim.
Glassware: Rocks glass
Garnish: Flamed orange peel (discarded), small soft pretzel
History
This Old Fashioned riff embodies Reinhardt's strength and German heritage. The split base of robust rye whiskey and smoky Islay Scotch mirrors his rocket hammer and barrier field, while the demerara syrup adds depth. The flamed orange peel and pretzel garnish add a touch of flair and a nod to his origins.