To enjoy Jefferson’s Ocean Aged at Sea® Bourbon, there are a few steps you can follow to enhance your drinking experience. Here is a detailed guide on how to drink Jefferson’s Ocean:
1. Gather your ingredients: You will need a glass, large ice cubes, Jefferson’s Ocean Aged at Sea® Bourbon, and an orange peel.
2. Prepare your glass: Fill the glass with large ice cubes. The size of the ice cubes is important as larger cubes melt slower, preventing your drink from becoming diluted too quickly.
3. Pour the Jefferson’s Reserve: Measure out a serving of Jefferson’s Reserve and add it to the glass. The exact amount can vary depending on personal preference, but a standard serving is around 2 ounces.
4. Gently stir: Use a bar spoon or a long stirring utensil to gently stir the bourbon and ice together. This will help cool the bourbon and mix the flavors.
5. Express the orange peel: Take an orange peel and hold it between your thumb and forefinger, skin side facing the glass. Squeeze the peel to release the oils onto the surface of the drink. This will add a subtle citrus aroma and flavor to your bourbon.
6. Drop in the orange peel: After expressing the oils, drop the orange peel into the glass. This can further enhance the aroma as you continue to enjoy your drink.
7. Pour Jefferson’s Ocean Aged at Sea® Bourbon: Once you have finished enjoying the Jefferson’s Reserve, you can move on to the Jefferson’s Ocean Aged at Sea® Bourbon. Simply pour it over the ice in your glass. The unique aging process of this bourbon, where it is aged at sea, imparts a distinctive flavor profile that you can savor with each sip.
8. Sip and enjoy: Take your time to savor the flavors of Jefferson’s Ocean Aged at Sea® Bourbon. The combination of the aged bourbon and the oceanic influence creates a complex and unique drinking experience. Take note of the flavors that emerge as the ice cubes slowly melt and dilute the bourbon slightly.
Remember, drinking bourbon is a personal experience, and you can always adjust the ratio of bourbon to ice to suit your taste. The key is to enjoy the process and savor the flavors that Jefferson’s Ocean Aged at Sea® Bourbon has to offer. Cheers!