Hochstadter's Slow & Low Coffee Old Fashioned

The Hochstadter's Slow & Low Coffee Old-Fashioned is a bold, ready-to-drink cocktail inspired by the classic New Orleans after-dinner coffee cocktail, Café Brûlot. Made with straight rye whiskey, this cocktail blends Intelligentsia cold brew coffee, raw honey, demerara cane sugar, aromatic bitters, and a hint of orange peel. At 80 proof, it offers an extra dry finish with just the right balance of coffee richness and whiskey warmth, creating a perfectly balanced, spirit-forward cocktail that can be enjoyed straight from the bottle or over ice.

Nose: Inviting aromas of roasted coffee, honey sweetness, and a hint of citrus from the orange peel, backed by subtle rye spice.

Palate: Smooth and bold, with a rich coffee presence layered with sweet honey and the complexity of demerara sugar. The rye whiskey adds a warming spice that complements the bitters and orange zest.

Finish: Clean, slightly dry, and refreshing, with lingering notes of coffee and a subtle sweetness that tapers off gently.

This coffee-infused Old-Fashioned pairs well with rich desserts like chocolate mousse, tiramisu, or a spiced cake. It also complements savory dishes like roasted pork or grilled steak, where the whiskey's warmth and coffee's richness can enhance the dish's flavor.