A Big, Easy Party Primer: The Old Cherry

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    “This is a nod to my grandfather and his Cherry Bounce recipe, which featured aged wild cherries," Estopinal says. "Most people don’t forage for wild cherries or create drinks that take 3 to 6 months to make like my grandfather did, so here’s a drink with all the flavors and not as much work.”
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Written by Erin Wylie, Photography by Aya Brackett, Styling by Karen Evans

Dried cherries, bourbon, and cinnamon. Yes, please.

Kirk Estopinal

Cure 
Known for: Detailed seasonal cocktails
Years in business: 2
Years in New Orleans: 32 (born and raised; with three years in Chicago after Katrina)

Biggest party achievement: “I was one of a five-man staff who served 80 very respectable and talented people a 13-course tasting menu with paired drinks.”

To check out the rest of the Big, Easy Party Primer, click here.

Want more from Estopinal? Check out the Mardi Gras Indian Winter Toddy and the Southern Shrub.

Skill Level

Easy

Active Time

Less than an hour

Cost

$

    Materials

  • ¼ c diced dried cherries
  • 1 c water
  • 2 c Demerara sugar
  • 2 oz bourbon (preferably 90 proof or higher)
  • 2 dashes Angostura aromatic bitters
  • Freshly grated cinnamon stick

    Tools

  • Saucepan
  • Strainer
 
1

Make cherry syrup: Slowly heat water with diced dried cherries over medium heat for 10 minutes, without letting it come to a boil. Add Demerara sugar bit by bit until all is incorporated. Strain cherries and toss (or use as you like).

2

Stir bourbon, bitters, and ½ oz cherry syrup in a large glass with a spoon. Pour over ice, then strain into a tumbler over fresh ice.

3

Garnish with a dash of cinnamon.

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