Fall cocktails from the man behind our favorite new line of artisanal bar mixers.

Jack Rudy Cocktail Co., Brooks Reitz’s line of fine bar mixers, takes both its name and its inspiration from Reitz’s grandfather, Jack Rudy—a legendary imbiber who appreciated the art of mixing a good drink, perhaps with artisanal tonic or small-batch grenadine.

Death & Taxes

1.5 oz. W.L. Weller

.5 oz. Lillet Blanc

.25 oz. Aperol

.25 oz. Apricot

.25 oz. Dry Vermouth

Add lemon twist, stir and serve up

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While Reitz’s company might pay homage to days past, his beverage philosophy is most certainly a modern one. With stints at the James Beard Award-winning FIG and much-heralded The Ordinary on his resume, he’s transforming the craft cocktail movement in Charleston, a city steeped in tradition. Who better, then, to guide us into a new season of drinking?

Explore Reitz’s artisanal cocktails for fall

A Bitter Bee

1.5 oz Gin

.5 oz. Averna

.5 oz. Honey Syrup

.75 oz lemon

Shake and strain over ice

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Pink Gin & Tonic

2 oz Gin

.75 oz. Jack Rudy Tonic Syrup

6 drops of Jack Rudy Aromatic Bitters

Add ice, top with soda water, and stir

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Hamilton Sour

2 oz Rye Whiskey,

.5 oz. Jack Rudy Grenadine

.5 oz. freshly squeezed lemon juice

.25 oz. Simple Syrup

4 dashes of Grapefruit Bitters

Shake and serve up

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Fair & Warmer Cocktail

1.5 oz. Bacardi Anejo Rum

.75 oz. Carpano Antica Formula

5 oz. Rothman & Winter Apricot Liqueur

Stir and serve up

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