In this episode, we’re joined by Jeff Bell, owner of New York’s PDT, to discuss the allure of speakeasies, the genesis of “fat-washing” spirits, and the iconic modern classic that ties both topics together: The Benton’s Old Fashioned. Listen on (or read below) to discover Bell’s Benton’s Old Fashioned recipe — and don’t forget to subscribe! 

The Benton’s Old Fashioned Recipe 

Ingredients 

- 2 ounces bacon-infused Four Roses bourbon 

- ¼ ounce maple syrup, such as Deep Mountain Maple 

- 2 dashes Angostura bitters 

Garnish: orange twist 

Directions 

1. Combine all ingredients in a mixing glass with ice. 

2. Stir until cold and strain into a chilled rocks glass with a large, clear cube of ice. 

3. Garnish with a small orange twist. 

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