Imagine stepping back into the 1930s at London’s famous Savoy Hotel, but giving one of its classic cocktails a Southern twist: The Fox River Cocktail, originally made with Canadian whisky, gets reborn with Savannah Distilling Company's 88 Premium Bourbon. (a bold move, but one that fits right into the American Bar tradition). We're keeping that smoothing maple‑vanilla bourbon character, trading the Canadian whisky’s light bite for rich Lowcountry warmth—and then we brighten it with a few drops of lemon bitters instead of a spritz of plain lemon. The result? A cocktail that feels both timeless and rooted in Georgia sunshine.
The (Americanized) Fox River Cocktail
Here’s how you do it: shake Savannah 88 Bourbon with the other ingredients over ice until well chilled, strain into a coupe, and add several drops of lemon bitters right on top. (Yes, I did that with the last cocktail, too—it's a great little trick!) That little bitters cloud gives off citrus and spice with every sip. It’s the perfect meeting of old‑world elegance and Southern charm—straightforward to make, but with just enough flair to impress.
As always, if you make this yourself—either the original Savoy Cocktail, or this "Americanized" version—let me know what you think. I look forward to hearing from you!
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