The Revolver

EPISODE · Jun 26, 2025 · 1H 7M

The Revolver

from The Buildout

A bold, minimalist blend of bourbon, coffee liqueur, and orange bitters, The Revolver looks like a Manhattan, leans like an Old Fashioned, and tastes like neither. Created by Jon Santer in the early 2000's, it proved to be a slow burn at first but it's since gone on to become a heavyweight among modern classics, featured on menus around the world. Listen on to hear how it all unfolded from Jon Santer himself, including how a debate with jazz musicians would inspire the Revolver's name; how an act of resistance against the local cocktail movement of the time would influence its composition; and how a flaming orange coin tied everything together. Oh, and don't forget to like, subscribe, and leave us a review wherever you get your podcasts!  Jon Santer's Revolver Recipe  - 2 ounces Bulleit bourbon or rye - ½ ounce Tia Maria coffee liqueur - 4 dashes "Feegan's" orange bitters (2:1 blend of Regan's to Fee Brothers) - Garnish: Orange coin  Directions  1. Add all ingredients to a mixing glass with ice and stir until well chilled. 2. Strain into a chilled Nick & Nora glass pulled straight from the freezer. 3. Flame an orange coin over the top using a match then discard.  📧Get in touch: [email protected]  🍸Follow us:  - VinePair: https://www.instagram.com/vinepair/ - Tim: https://www.instagram.com/timmckirdy/ - Jon: https://www.instagram.com/mixfit4/ - Liq Pro: https://www.instagram.com/liq_pro/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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