The Fox River Cocktail (Americanized)

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The Fox River Cocktail from the 1930 Savoy Cocktail Book gets an American twist by swapping Canadian whisky for Savannah Distilling Company‘s 88 Premium Bourbon. This Georgia‑made bourbon adds warm caramel and spice notes, creating a richer, more complex drink. Instead of a lemon spritz, several drops of lemon bitters dashed on top after shaking add brightness and aroma without diluting the cocktail.

To make it, shake all ingredients except the lemon bitters over ice until cold, strain into a chilled coupe glass, and finish with the lemon bitters on top. The result is a balanced cocktail that highlights the depth of the bourbon while letting the bitters’ citrusy aroma lead the way.

This adaptation modernizes a Savoy classic while celebrating local craft spirits. Featuring Savannah Distilling Company’s premium bourbon, it’s the perfect meeting of old‑world elegance and Southern charm.

The Fox River Cocktail (Americanized)

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Difficulty: Easy
Servings
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1

servings
Prep time

5

minutes
Total time

5

minutes

Ingredients

  • 1-3⁄4 ounces 1-3⁄4 1-3/4 oz Savannah 88 Premium Bourbon

  • 1⁄4 ounce 1⁄4 crème de cacao

  • 4 dashes 4 peach bitters

  • 3-4 drops 3-4 lemon bitters (float)

Directions

  • Add bourbon, creme de cacao, and peach bitters to a shaker
  • Add ice, shake vigorously for 20-30 seconds
  • Double-strain into a chilled coupe glass
  • Float 3-4 drops lemon bitters on top

Equipment

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