My guess is that half my fruit usage is in cocktail recipes. The choice of Back Bar Bitters (FLV) over Bitters (VTA) is it's spicier, fruitier profile and I preferred that here. I could have even used Tonic Water (VTA) due to its more straight bitter, tonic taste but I wanted a more warm feel to this Old Fashion. BBB (FLV) is also very useful in holiday style bakeries.

The Bourbon is up for grabs as other brands will work here, depending on your taste.

People have varying pct preferences for Ripe Cherry (SSA) but I found it to be about right for my tastes and in this mix at around 0.70%.

If you're familiar with the Old Fashion, you know that it's a simple, no frills cocktail.