Wisconsin Lawmakers Finally Acknowledge That Brandy Old Fashioned is a Thing
MADISON, WISCONSIN- Wisconsin lawmakers have finally acknowledged publicly that an Old Fashioned Cocktail made with brandy, not bourbon is actually a thing. This development has shocked some out-of-state visitors to the Dairy State who have been unknowingly ordering bourbons in their Old Fashioned Cocktails and failing miserably at fitting in with the locals.
The law, which was signed by Governor Tony Evers on Monday, aims to put to rest the long-standing debate over whether or not an Old Fashioned Cocktail must contain bourbon. According to the new regulation, an Old Fashioned Cocktail can now be made with brandy, and bars across the state are officially allowed to serve it that way.
The news was welcomed by the Wisconsin Tavern League who have been advocating for such a change for years. One member of the group, Billie Jorgensen, explained that the Old Fashioned Cocktail is a staple of Wisconsin’s drinking culture, and that brandy has always been an integral part of the recipe.
“It’s just common sense,” Jorgensen said. “We’ve been drinking Old Fashioneds made with brandy for generations, and we’ve always known that it tastes better. Now, we can finally enjoy our Old Fashioneds without having to explain ourselves to the rest of the country.”
The change in the law has already been felt across the state, with many bars and restaurants proudly advertising their brandy-based Old Fashioned Cocktails on their menus. In some cases, bartenders are even able to guide their customers towards the brandy option, without fear of being accused of heresy.
Despite the positive reaction from locals, some out-of-state visitors have been left confused by the new law. George White, a tourist from New York, admitted he had never heard of an Old Fashioned Cocktail being made with brandy.
“I just assumed that an Old Fashioned was made with bourbon,” White said. “But now I’m starting to think that I might have been wrong all these years.”
The new law has also raised concerns among some bourbon manufacturers, who fear that they may lose business to their brandy-based rivals. However, most experts agree that these concerns are unfounded, as the demand for bourbon is expected to remain strong even in the face of increasing competition from brandy.
In conclusion, while the new law may seem like a small step forward, it is a giant leap for Wisconsinites who have long advocated for brandy to be recognized as a legitimate ingredient in the Old Fashioned Cocktail. So, whether you’re a visitor or a local, be sure to raise a glass of brandy-based Old Fashioned to this historic moment in Wisconsin drinking culture. Cheers!
