Dating back to the early 1800s, the Old Fashioned stands as the original classic cocktail, a timeless blend of spirit, sugar, water, and bitters designed to highlight whiskey in its purest form. This November, Beach Glass Lounge honors that rich tradition while bringing a seasonal spin to a time-tested classic.
Enter the Apple Butter Old Fashioned, our November Drink of the Month. We elevate premium bourbon with the warm, rich spice of locally crafted apple butter from Maple Side Farms in Brunswick, Ohio, balancing its velvety sweetness with aromatic Angostura bitters and a touch of fresh orange zest. Served with a cinnamon-sugar rim and a crisp green apple garnish, it delivers a smooth, cozy flavor profile reminiscent of crisp autumn evenings along the Lake Erie shore.
The Art Pairing
To complement the cocktail’s warm amber hue, we pair this creation with an artisan-blown glass pumpkin centerpiece. Hand-shaped at temperatures exceeding 2,000°F, molten glass is gathered, mouth-blown, and sculpted into fluid, organic ridges. Each vibrant pumpkin reflects autumn’s rich palette with handcrafted brilliance. The artisan then draws and twists a hot-glass stem into a delicate, clear curl, capturing the luminous, molten craft of glassblowing alongside the art of mixology.