CRATER LAKE SPIRITS PRESENTS
OLD
FASHIONED
FACE-OFF
A COCKTAIL COMPETITION
OLD FASHIONED FACE-OFF
watch bars and restaurants battle it out for the best Old Fashioned in Oregon!
ABOUT THE CONTEST
The original Old Fashioned was rye whiskey, a sugar cube dissolved with a splash of water, and a couple dashes of bitters served over ice. As makers of the tastiest whiskies in America, we decided that there was no better way to prove it than to have another cocktail competition – an Old Fashioned Face-Off! We invited bars and restaurants across Central Oregon to submit their Old Fashioned to see who truly makes the best Old Fashioned cocktail in the land.
For this competition we are requiring that the drink contains:
- Any Crater Lake Whiskey
- Sugar in any form
- Bitters (amaro is acceptable)
Any other spirits or ingredients are fair game as long as the Crater Lake Whiskey is the majority ingredient.
Purchase tickets at the link below for the February 26th event!
Yoli Bend, 5 Fusion, The Brown Owl, Saffron Grill, 10 Barrel West, and Anthony’s at the Old Mill will be competing live at our Downtown Bend Tasting Room in front of a panel of three judges and an audience of spectators. This is a real time cocktail competition, so make sure to show up early (doors open at 12:30) for a good seat and to try all the cocktails as they’re being made!
Who will take home the trophy and win money for the charity of their choice? Join us Sunday, February 26th to find out. Your ticket will grant you access to the event, allow samples of all the entries (please note – they will be dispersed as the competition progresses. Stay for the whole event to try them all!), and the ability to cast your People’s Choice vote as the competition rages.
ABOUT THE CONTEST
The original Old Fashioned was rye whiskey, a sugar cube dissolved with a splash of water, and a couple dashes of bitters served over ice. As makers of the tastiest whiskies in America, we decided that there was no better way to prove it than to have another cocktail competition – an Old Fashioned Face-Off! We invited bars and restaurants across Central Oregon to submit their Old Fashioned to see who truly makes the best Old Fashioned cocktail in the land.
For this competition we are requiring that the drink contains:
- Any Crater Lake Whiskey
- Sugar in any form
- Bitters (amaro is acceptable)
Any other spirits or ingredients are fair game as long as the Crater Lake Whiskey is the majority ingredient.
From January 27th through February 13th, bars and restaurants across Central Oregon will be competing in the preliminary rounds to see who makes the best Old Fashioned. Make sure to vote for your favorite Old Fashioned below to help your favorite bar or restaurant make it to the finals.
Vote here, and don’t forget to buy tickets for the February 26th event! The top 6 bars and restaurants from the preliminary round will be competing live at our Downtown Bend Tasting Room in front of a panel of three judges and an audience of spectators. This is a real time cocktail competition, so make sure to show up early (doors open at 12:30) for a good seat and to try all the cocktails as they’re being made!
Who will take home the trophy and win money for the charity of their choice? Join us Sunday, February 26th to find out. Your ticket will grant you access to the event, allow samples of all the entries (please note – they will be dispersed as the competition progresses. Stay for the whole event to try them all!), and the ability to cast your People’s Choice vote as the competition rages.
WHEN
WHERE
1024 NW Bond St. Bend OR
Voting is Now Closed.
Cast your vote Jan. 30 – Feb. 13 to help your favorite bar or restaurant make it to the finals
Ocean Potion
Ingredients: Crater Lake Straight American Rye Whiskey, Cardamom Bitters, Vanilla Sugar Cube, Star Anise and Orange Peel garnish
Restaurant: Lifty’s
Jujube Old Fashioned
Ingredients: Crater Lake Straight American Rye Whiskey, Jujube Honey (Korean Date), Angostura Bitters, Orange Peel Garnish
Restaurant: Yoli
Smoked Lemon Old Fashioned
Ingredients: Crater Lake Straight American Rye Whiskey, Angostura Bitters, Orange Bitters, Grilled Lemon Rich Brown Sugar Simple Syrup, Smoked Lemon Slice and Cherry Garnish
Restaurant: 10 Barrel West
In Sunday Fashion
Ingredients: Crater Lake Straight American Rye Whiskey, Sugar Cube, Cardamom Bitters, Black Coffee, Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice, Flamed Orange Peel to Garnish
Restaurant: Anthony’s at the Old Mill District
Bourbon Chai Old Fashioned
Ingredients: Crater Lake Rock and Rye Whiskey infused with Chai Spices, Orange Bitters, Maple Syrup, and Bourbon Cherry, Orange Peel, and Burnt Cinnamon Stick to Garnish
Restaurant: Boneyard Pub
The Brown Owl Brunch Old Fashioned
Ingredients: Bacon Fat Washed Crater Lake Straight American Rye Whiskey, Maple Syrup, Angostura Bitters
Restaurant: The Brown Owl
Black Dat Butte Up
Ingredients: Crater Lake 94-Proof Black Butte Whiskey, Spiced Black Butte Porter Reduction, Angostura Bitters
Restaurant: DRAKE – Downtown Bend
Hub City Old Fashioned
Ingredients: Crater Lake Rock and Rye Whiskey, Fee Brothers Barrel Aged Bitters, Muddled Orange, Ace Pear Cider, Singed Orange Peel to Garnish
Restaurant: E BarGrill
Aztec Chocolate Old Fashioned
Ingredients: Crater Lake Reserve Rye Whiskey, Orange Bitters, Aztec Chocolate Bitters, Orange Juice Ice Rock, a Luxardo Cherry and Flamed Orange Peel to Garnish.
Restaurant: Jackalope Grill
Ol’Sage Fashioned
Ingredients: Crater Lake Reserve Rye Whiskey, Saffron and Clove Bitters, Sage Gum Syrup, Angostura Bitters, and an Orange Twist, Luxardo Cherry, and Sage Leaf Garnish
Restaurant: Saffron Grill
Chocolate Banana Old Fashioned
Ingredients: Crater Lake Straight American Rye Whiskey, Banana, Aztec Chocolate Bitters, Turbinado Sugar, Cherries, Bukers Semi Sweet Chocolate, Orange, Toasted Banana to Garnish
Restaurant: Silver Moon Brewing
The Lumberjack
Ingredients: Bacon Infused Crater Lake Reserve Rye Whiskey, Crater Lake Reserve Rye Whiskey Infused Maple Liqueur, Black Walnut Bitters, Liquid Smoke, Maple Syrup, Sugar, Bitters, with an Orange, Black Cherry, and Bacon Garnish
Restaurant: Silverleaf Cafe
Sintra Old Fashioned
Ingredients: Crater Lake Straight American Rye Whiskey, Bitters, Rhubarb Bitters, American Black Cherry Syrup, Simple Syrup
Restaurant: Cafe Sintra
That’s a Molé – Old Fashioned
Ingredients: Crater Lake Straight American Rye Whiskey, Demerara, Homemade All Spice Dram, Bittermens Xocolatl Mole Bitters, with an Orange Peel and Bordeaux Cherry Garnish
Restaurant: The View Tap and Grill at Juniper Golf Course
Rock and Rye Campfire Old Fashioned
Ingredients: Crater Lake Rock and Rye Whiskey, Roasted Cherries, Orange Bitters, Orange Slice Garnish
Restaurant: Timbers East Bar and Grill
Smoked Ginger Old Fashioned
Ingredients: Crater Lake Straight American Rye Whiskey, Bitters, Orange Bitters, Ginger Simple Smoke
Restaurant: Village Bar & Grill
Browned Butter Old Fashioned
Ingredients: Crater Lake Reserve Rye Whiskey, Browned Butter, Aztec Chocolate Bitters, Walnut Bitters, Brown Sugar
Restaurant: 5 Fusion & Sushi Bar
Heads or Tails
Ingredients: Crater Lake Reserve Rye Whiskey, Special Blend of Cocoa, Orange, and Aztec Chocolate Bitters, Vanilla Demerera, and a Candied Blood Orange Wheel to Garnish
Restaurant: River Pig Saloon
The Oink
Ingredients: Crater Lake Straight American Rye Whiskey, Maple Bacon Syrup, Maple Barbecue Rub, Brown Sugar, with a Candied Bacon Dried Orange and Luxardo Cherry Garnish
Restaurant: DoubleTree By Hilton Hotel Bend
Snowcapped Sisters
Ingredients: Crater Lake Straight American Rye Whiskey, Brown Sugar, Honey, Egg White, Angostura Bitters, Bordeaux Cherry Puree, Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice, Hot Water
Restaurant: The Owl’s Nest at Sunriver Resort
I’ll Chai if I Want To
Ingredients: Crater Lake Reserve Rye Whiskey, Chai Spice Blend, Demerara Sugar, Cherry and Orange Peel Garnish
Restaurant: Wayfarer Club at SCP Hotel Redmond
John Travolta
Ingredients: Crater Lake Straight American Rye Whiskey, Ancho Pasilla Honey Pepper Syrup, Barrel-Aged Bitters
Restaurant: Astro Lounge
Blood Moon Old Fashioned
Ingredients: Brown Butter Washed Crater Lake Rye, Orange Simple, Candied Blood Orange, Bitters
Restaurant: Worthy Brewing Company
Out With The Old
Ingredients: Crater Lake Straight American Rye Whiskey, Blood Orange, Maple Syrup, Angostura and Orange Bitters, and garnished with a Cherry and Orange Peel
Restaurant: Chops Bistro
CardiBean
Ingredients: Crater Lake Straight American Rye Whiskey infused with Cardamom and Coffee Beans and Orange Peel, Black Walnut and Orange Bitters, with a Bordeaux Cherry Garnish
Restaurant: Initiative Brewing
Cocktail Submissions are Closed.
Interested in becoming a competitor in our upcoming competitions? Drop us a line!