A Couple Finds Something Hidden in Their Floorboards That Led Them on a Wild Treasure Hunt

The Old Fashioned

It is only appropriate that one of the oldest distilleries in America also accredits themselves as the creator of the Old Fashioned, which very well could be the oldest cocktail ever created. Whiskey, Genever spirit, bitters, water, and a sugar cube. Ice was not commonplace during the time, so the drink was originally served warm, with a garnish of grated nutmeg. This recipe is present on the back of the bottle of bourbon the couple found in the safe, and when digging in deeper, knowledge of that time period worked in their favor…