Campfire Cocktails With Andy Austin
A Full-Batch Old Fashioned for Your Adventures
Bozeman, Montana-based photographer Andy Austin knows how to elevate any outdoor experience. He's crafted a full-batch Old Fashioned perfect for your Firelight Flask® 750, designed to be enjoyed days later in the backcountry. Whether you're on a multi-day river trip, a weekend camping adventure, or hitting the slopes, this recipe is easily adaptable to your needs.
Find more of Andy's Campfire Cocktails Recipes as well as other great recipes for you High Camp Flasks on our blog here.
Ingredient List For Your Full-Batch (750ml) Old Fashioned
- A full bottle of your favorite bourbon
- 2 ounces of your favorite bitters
- 6 ounces of simple syrup
- 2 ounces of water (or a handful of ice)
Recipe For A Sharable, Packable Full-Batch Old Fashioned
- Grab your High Camp Firelight Flask® 750
- Remove 10 ounces of bourbon from your favorite full bottle, then add the remainder of the bottle to the flask. This should be around 15-16 ounces of bourbon.
- Add 2 ounces of your favorite bitters. Andy recommends half aromatic bitters, half orange bitters.
- Add 6 ounces of simple syrup (1:1 sugar to water boiled, mixed, and cooled)
- For multi-day trips without ice, add 2 ounces of water. For shorter trips, fill the remainder of the flask with ice.
- Shake all ingredients and enjoy at your leisure. Our flasks are guaranteed to not affect the flavor of your beverage, so you can enjoy it today, tomorrow, or a week from now.
Why water?
On his 5-day river trip, Andy needed a way to dilute the Old Fashioned without access to ice. A few ounces of water achieves the same effect as melted ice would in a traditional cocktail.
Tips for the Perfect Campfire Cocktail:
- If you're enjoying your cocktail within 24-36 hours, use ice instead of water. The Firelight Flask® 750's vacuum insulation will keep your Old Fashioned perfectly chilled and slowly dilute it over time.
- Experiment with different bourbons and bitters to find your perfect flavor profile.
- Don't forget the garnishes! Orange peels and cherries can be packed separately and added to your drink when you're ready to enjoy it.
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