American Whiskey with Sean Josephs and Michael Tsoumpas at Char No. 4

Bourbon. Rye. Tennessee Whiskey. Just like wine, this classic Southern spirit comes in different varietals and styles. At Char. No.4 in Brooklyn, New York, this whiskey bar and restaurant features over 150 American whiskeys plus all-bourbon cocktails. Owner and bartender Sean Josephs demos their signature sipper—The N'oreaster—and Michael Tsoumpas gives us a whiskey 101 lesson.


Tip: "The Nor'easter" pays homage to the classic cocktail "Dark 'n Stormy"
Tip: Bourbon is an American whiskey made primarily from corn and named for Bourbon County, KY
Tip: Pure maple syrup makes a great organic sweetener
Tip: Anytime you have a shaken drink, use fresh ice for serving
Tip: Ginger and bourbon pair well together—try ginger beer, ale or liqueur
Trick: A jigger helps you measure accurately, make consistent quality cocktails
Trick: Maple syrup enhances natural bourbon flavor
Technique: Aim for 12-15 shakes optimal cocktail temperature
Technique: Leave 1/2-inch at top of glass for splash of ginger beer

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