I Am Groot
This is a warm, inviting Old Fashioned, crafted to honor Groot's noble and grounded nature. Aged rum provides a woody depth, perfectly complemented by the rustic sweetness of maple syrup, making it a surprisingly complex and utterly charming sip.
Ingredients
- 2 oz Aged rum
- 0.25 oz Maple syrup
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
- 1 dash Black walnut bitters
Instructions
- Combine aged rum, maple syrup, Angostura bitters, and black walnut bitters in a mixing glass with a large ice cube.
- Stir well until thoroughly chilled and properly diluted (about 30-45 seconds).
- Strain over a large, fresh ice cube in a rocks glass.
- Garnish with a fresh basil leaf, gently clapped between your hands to release its aroma.
Glassware: Rocks Glass
Garnish: Clapped basil leaf
History
A thoughtful riff on the timeless Old Fashioned, this drink swaps out traditional whiskey for the rich, woody notes of aged rum. The addition of maple syrup and a hint of black walnut bitters creates an earthy, comforting profile that perfectly embodies Groot's gentle giant persona and his strong connection to nature. The basil leaf adds a fresh, 'leafy' touch.