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Don't underestimate The Force – This May The Fourth cocktail brings it all to you.

May The Fourth Be With You – Sip On This Obi Wan Old-Fashioned Cocktail To Celebrate

May The Fourth cocktail recipe, the Obi Wan Old-Fashioned with breckenridge whiskey
Photo by Jessie Unruh / Breckenridge Distillery

May the Fourth be with you! To celebrate Star Wars Day, we're bringing you a tasty take on a classic cocktail you already know and love – the Old-Fashioned. Crafted with Breckenridge Port Cask Bourbon, this intergalactic drink honors Obi Wan with robust flavors and a strong sip. If you're feeling in the spirit, prep some Star Wars sweets to pair. Scroll for the easy cocktail recipe!


Ingredients for May The Fourth Obi Wan Old-Fashioned

May The Fourth cocktail recipe, the Obi Wan Old-Fashioned with breckenridge whiskey

Photo by Jessie Unruh / Breckenridge Distillery

For the Obi Wan Old-Fashioned:

  • 2.5 oz. Breckenridge Port Cask Finish
  • .5 oz. raw simple syrup*
  • 2 dashes of barrel-aged bitters or Angostura Bitters
  • Luxardo cherries, to garnish

For the simple syrup*:

  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup water

How to Make The Obi Wan Old-Fashioned

Instructions for the Obi Wan Old-Fashioned:

  1. Stir all ingredients with ice and strain over one large ice cube.
Instructions for the simple syrup*:
  1. Mix the sugar and water over medium heat. Simmer and stir until dissolved.

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