TLDR Review: "Strongwater Old Fashioned Mix"
Pros
- •Provides a complete Old Fashioned mix that only needs whiskey, bourbon, or rye to make a great cocktail.
- •Delivers a rich, smooth, and welalanced flavor with classic notes of bitters, orange peel, and cherry.
- •Extremely easy to use, simplifying cocktail making by combining multiple ingredients into one bottle.
- •Considered the best Old Fashioned mixer compared to several other brands tested for taste and quality.
- •Enhances the drinking experience when paired with quality cocktail cherries, nice glasses, and round ice cubes.
- •Works well with a variety of liquors including Crown Royal and good brandy for regional twists.
- •Offers consistent flavor without needing additional tweaking or extra mixers.
- •Worth repurchasing due to its convenience, quality, and delicious taste.
- •Uses organic Demerara sugar, adding a richer sweetness than some competitors.
- •Suitable for making 32 cocktails per bottle, making it versatile for parties or regular home use.
Cons
- •The bottle cap is very difficult to open and does not turn smoothly, which frustrates users.
- •Considered pricey compared to buying bourbon alone, though justified by superior flavor and ease.
- •Requires refrigeration after opening, which some users find slightly inconvenient.
- •The strong flavor may require adjusting the mixeo-bourbon ratio (e.g., 1 oz mixer to 4 oz bourbon) to suit personal taste.
Bottom Line
Strongwater Old Fashioned Mix stands out as an easy-to-use, high-quality cocktail mixer with a well-balanced, classic flavor that beats many other brands on the market. While the cap design could use an upgrade and the price is on the higher side, the convenience and delicious results make it worth it for those who enjoy crafting a consistently great Old Fashioned at home. If you’re looking for a fuss-free approach that still feels handcrafted, this is a solid choice. Just be prepared to wrestle a bit with the cap! If you want a similar experience with perhaps less hassle on opening, checking other premium cocktail mixers could be worthwhile, but here you get luxury-level flavor in a single bottle — perfect for bourbon lovers.
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