Food and Recipes Recipes Old Fashioned We all know and love the classic Old Fashioned. The Old Fashioned is believed to have been the first drink to be labeled as a "cocktail." It was originally served at the Waldorf Astoria bar in New York. On cold nights by the fire, there's nothing that'll warm you up like a short glass of whiskey. But for those who haven't already developed a fondness and appreciation for this Southern liquor, we found a way to introduce your palate to whiskey in a subtle, slightly-sweet way. This vintage Old Fashioned recipe puts a spin on the time-tested staple, and it's an ideal cocktail for summertime porch-sipping. The addition of lemon-lime soda creates a sweeter cocktail that's approachable and great to beat the summer heat.Let your creativity run wild with the garnishes on this cocktail. Decorate the rim of the glasses with your choice of fruit slices or citrus rinds. If you want to highlight the sweet notes of the drink, garnish with maraschino cherries. If you want to draw out the sharper, acidic flavors of the citrus, use orange rind curls and lemon slices. You can even pair it with different foods to round out those flavors. By Southern Living Editors Southern Living Editors Since 1966, the editors of Southern Living have been carrying out the mission of the brand: to bring enjoyment, fulfillment, and inspiration to our readers by celebrating life in the South. We inspire creativity in their homes, their kitchens, their gardens, and their personal style. We are a friend they can trust, a guide to the seasons, a helping hand during the holidays, and a relentless champion of the Southern way of life. Southern Living's editorial guidelines Published on July 26, 2019 Print Share Share Tweet Pin Email Photo: Southern Living Active Time: 10 mins Total Time: 70 mins Yield: 12 servings. Ingredients Cocktail 6 cups lemon-lime carbonated beverage 3 cups Canadian whiskey 1/2 teaspoon aromatic bitters Sweet citrus syrup Crushed ice Garnishes: orange, lemon, and lime slices; maraschino cherries; orange rind curls Sweet Citrus Syrup 1 (12-oz.) can frozen five-fruit citrus beverage concentrate 1/2 cup grenadine syrup or maraschino cherry juice 1 tablespoon sugar Directions For the syrup: Combine all ingredients in a saucepan; bring to a boil, stirring often. Remove from heat, and let cool (about 1 hour). Pour into a container; cover and refrigerate up to 2 weeks. Makes 2 cups. For the cocktail: Combine first four ingredients. Fill 12 (10-oz.) old-fashioned glasses with crushed ice; pour mixture over ice. Garnish, if desired. Print