Everything You Need to Know About the Wisconsin Old Fashioned
The Milwaukee Brewers are back in the World Series for the first time since 1982, giving Wisconsin plenty of reason to celebrate. And what better way to toast the occasion than with the state's signature cocktail? Unlike the traditional whiskey-based Old Fashioned, the Wisconsin Old Fashioned combines brandy, muddled orange and cherry, sugar, aromatic bitters and a splash of soda for a sweeter, fruitier take on the American classic. The drink's popularity grew alongside Wisconsin's supper club culture in the mid-20th century, when brandy became the state's spirit of choice. Order one at a Wisconsin bar and you'll likely be asked whether you want it sweet, sour or press. We're starting with the sweet version, but all three are easy to make at home.
