1pt Bootleg Old Fashioned Recipe

1pt Bootleg Old Fashioned
With a fresh take on the Old Fashioned, this cocktail infuses rum with warming ginger and a background hint of botanical elderflower, creating a smooth, spicy-sweet balance that’s both bold and refined. Perfect for evenings that call for a little extra something, it’s an easy cocktail or mocktail that brings cozy, vibrant flavors to any gathering.

STEP 1 - Easy All-Natural Infusion

Infuse Your Spirit:
Combine a 1pt Ginger Infusion Blend Packet with 375ml of Rum in any lidded container. Let it infuse for 2-3 hours, then strain, and reserve the infused spirit for your cocktails. (No need to refrigerate - infused spirits can be stored indefinitely at room temperature)

1pt Ginger Infusion Blend Ingredients:
Ginger, Elderflower - no sugar, gluten, dairy, nuts, additives, or preservatives

Mocktail* Version:
Substitute water or a zero-proof spirit for the alcohol in this infusion and follow the same steps. (Non-alcoholic infusions should be refrigerated and used within 30 days)

STEP 2 - Mix Your Drink

Mixing Instructions:
Combine all ingredients in a mixing glass with ice and stir until well-chilled. Strain into a suitable glass - “up” or over a large ice cube. For batching, do not shake. Instead, combine all ingredients in a pitcher with ice (adding 3 oz of water to mimic the dilution you usually get from stirring) and serve as normal.

Garnish:
Garnish with a dehydrated pineapple slice and a slice of fresh ginger for a bright, spicy touch.

STEP 3 - Enjoy!

For an Added Twist:
replace the simple syrup in this recipe with just a dash of honey for extra flavor warmth.

Our Food Pairing Suggestions:
Cocktails shine especially brightly alongside simple but creative appetizers that bring out their full range of flavors. For this cocktail, try these ideas based on the vibe you’re going for:

• Simple & Satisfying: Ginger-spiced candied pecans, offering a sweet and spicy crunch that mirrors the cocktail’s warmth.
• Classic & Comforting: Honey-glazed shrimp skewers with a touch of lime zest, bringing a sweet-savory contrast that complements the drink’s floral and spicy notes.
• Elevated & Elegant: Jerk chicken sliders with a hint of pineapple salsa, adding a savory, tropical twist that highlights the rum and ginger flavors.