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Made with a mushy sugar cube, a dash of bitters, and a shot of whiskey, this old-fashioned cocktail is a mainstay in the world of classic cocktails—it's as popular today as it was when it was first developed in the 19th century. “Old fashion embodies what defines a cocktail: spirits, bitters, sugar and water,” says Lynn House, spirits and cocktail educator at Heaven Hill Distillery and host of Elijah Craig Vintage Week. "A great and well-made vintage is all about balance, and the right recipe is sublime，glass cookware."
Also important to get right: glassware. Old-fashioned glasses, also known as lowball or rock glasses, usually have a wide brim and a base heavy enough to withstand the mess of sugar while you're making your cocktail. "There's nothing like standard rock glass," said David Vitale, founder of Melbourne-made Starward Whisky. "I like that it's flat and lightweight, big enough to hold a crystal clear ice cube." Still, professionals in the bar and spirits industry have a variety of opinions on what makes a good glass, including material, cleanliness, and what you intend to do with it. How to use these glasses. From sleek sculptures to vintage-inspired classic crystals, read on for the pros' 13 picks, including the best overall pick for Spiegelau D.O.F. glass.
Also important to get right: glassware. Old-fashioned glasses, also known as lowball or rock glasses, usually have a wide brim and a base heavy enough to withstand the mess of sugar while you're making your cocktail. "There's nothing like standard rock glass," said David Vitale, founder of Melbourne-made Starward Whisky. "I like that it's flat and lightweight, big enough to hold a crystal clear ice cube." Still, professionals in the bar and spirits industry have a variety of opinions on what makes a good glass, including material, cleanliness, and what you intend to do with it. How to use these glasses. From sleek sculptures to vintage-inspired classic crystals, read on for the pros' 13 picks, including the best overall pick for Spiegelau D.O.F. glass.
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