Whiskey Cobbler
Bourbon and orange over crushed ice. An 1800s cobbler.
Shaken · Julep cup · Medium · about 3 minutes · about 23% ABV
Ingredients
- 60 ml Bourbon
- 10 ml Sugar syrup
- 15 ml Orange juice
- Orange slice (garnish)
- Mint sprig (garnish)
Method
- Pour 60 ml bourbon into the shaker
- Pour 10 ml sugar syrup into the shaker
- Pour 15 ml orange juice into the shaker
- Add ice
- Shake hard
- Strain
- Garnish
About the Whiskey Cobbler
The cobbler family. The cobbler was a hit of the 1830s and 1840s, made possible by the new trade in ice. The Sherry Cobbler is often credited with making the drinking straw popular. Cobblers are shaken with fruit and sugar and served over crushed ice with plenty of garnish.
Whiskey Cobbler FAQ
What's in a Whiskey Cobbler?
60 ml bourbon, 10 ml sugar syrup, 15 ml orange juice, garnished with orange slice and mint sprig.
How strong is a Whiskey Cobbler?
About 23% ABV once mixed with ice, which is 1.9 Australian standard drinks per serve. That is stronger than a glass of wine.
Should I shake or stir a Whiskey Cobbler?
Shake it. citrus, juice and cream need shaking to mix properly and gain a light, lively texture.
What glass do you serve a Whiskey Cobbler in?
A julep cup, about 350 ml. Serve it over ice. No julep cup? Use a rocks glass.
