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Handcrafted in Sherwood, Arkansas
Elrod’s Old Fashioned Cocktail Syrup
Make a classic whiskey cocktail with an Arkansas-made syrup created for Old Fashioned and bourbon enthusiasts. Elrod’s combines the cocktail’s sweetener and traditional flavoring elements into one convenient pour.
Arkansas Made
Handcrafted and jarred in Sherwood, Arkansas.
Made for Whiskey
Designed to pair with bourbon or rye whiskey.
16.5 Fluid Ounces
A convenient syrup for cocktails at home and entertaining.
An Arkansas-Made Old Fashioned Syrup
Elrod’s Old Fashioned Cocktail Syrup began with a love of Old Fashioneds and great bourbon. The small Arkansas business handcrafts its syrup in Sherwood and distributes it to retailers around the state.
The syrup provides a convenient alternative to measuring the sugar, syrup and traditional flavoring ingredients used in an Old Fashioned separately. Add it to your favorite bourbon or rye, stir with ice and garnish the drink to your taste.
Mash & Vine Market is proud to carry Elrod’s as part of its selection of Arkansas specialty foods, mixers and locally produced goods.
Simple Cocktail Recipe
How to Make an Old Fashioned with Elrod’s
Elrod’s simplifies the classic recipe by combining the cocktail’s sweetening and flavoring elements into one syrup. Additional simple syrup should not be necessary, and additional bitters are generally unnecessary unless you prefer a more pronounced bitters flavor.
Elrod’s Old Fashioned
Ingredients
- 2 ounces bourbon or rye whiskey
- ¼ ounce Elrod’s Old Fashioned Cocktail Syrup
- Ice
- Orange peel or cocktail cherry, optional
Directions
- Add the whiskey and Elrod’s Old Fashioned Cocktail Syrup to a mixing glass filled with ice.
- Stir for approximately 20 to 30 seconds, or until well chilled.
- Strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice or one large ice cube.
- Express an orange peel over the drink and add it to the glass. Add a cocktail cherry if desired.
Adjust to taste: Begin with ¼ ounce of syrup. Use slightly less for a drier drink or add a little more for a sweeter, more strongly flavored Old Fashioned. Follow the current bottle directions when they differ from this suggested starting ratio.
Bourbon or Rye?
Both whiskey styles make an excellent Old Fashioned, but each creates a different experience.
Choose Bourbon
Bourbon generally creates a rounder, slightly sweeter cocktail with familiar notes of caramel, vanilla and oak. It is a welcoming choice for a classic Old Fashioned.
Choose Rye
Rye whiskey usually produces a drier, spicier Old Fashioned. Its pepper, baking-spice and herbal character can provide more contrast with the syrup.
Find Elrod’s at Mash & Vine Market
Visit Mash & Vine Market in downtown Little Rock to discover Elrod’s Old Fashioned Cocktail Syrup along with bourbon, whiskey and other Arkansas specialty products. Availability may change, so contact the market when looking for a specific variety.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Elrod’s Old Fashioned Cocktail Syrup made in Arkansas?
Yes. Elrod’s is handcrafted and jarred in Sherwood, Arkansas, and is listed as an Arkansas Made product.
Do I need to add simple syrup?
No additional simple syrup should be necessary. Elrod’s serves as the sweetening and flavoring component of the cocktail.
Do I need to add extra bitters?
Elrod’s is intended to simplify the Old Fashioned’s sweetening and traditional flavoring ingredients, so extra bitters are generally unnecessary. You may add a dash when you prefer a more bitters-forward cocktail.
Can I use rye whiskey instead of bourbon?
Yes. Bourbon creates a rounder and slightly sweeter cocktail, while rye generally produces a drier drink with more spice.
Where can I buy Elrod’s in Little Rock?
Elrod’s Old Fashioned Cocktail Syrup is available from Mash & Vine Market in downtown Little Rock. Contact the market to confirm current inventory before making a special trip.