Woodford Reserve has been crafted in small batches since 1812. There is an art to producing handcrafted bourbon that’s as beautifully balanced as Woodford Reserve. The artisanal process allows its American makers to craft using all five sources of flavour – grain, water, fermentation, distillation and maturation – providing a distinct taste and crisp clean finish. Woodford Reserve has become synonymous with the classic Old Fashioned cocktail, steeped in history and enjoyed by connoisseurs around the world. The modern version of the cocktail is tailored to a more distinguished palate and Woodford Reserve is the perfect craft bourbon to bring together this classic drink.

Four lucky Eat Out readers will win bar accessories to craft the perfect Woodford Reserve Old Fashioned cocktail at home, including a bottle of Woodford Reserve, four whiskey glasses, a mixing jug, a stirrer spoon, a strainer and a jigger. Each prize is worth R1200. To enter, visit our competition page here.

We’re also giving you the chance to improve your chance of winning. All you need to do is visit one of the following participating bars to taste and rate an Old Fashioned. In Cape Town, Arcade Café, Asoka, Bardough, Bascule Whiskey and Wine Bar, Burger & Lobster, Charango Grill and Bar, The Gin Bar, HQ, Tjing Tjing or Orphanage Cocktail Emporium; in Johannesburg, The Landmark Cocktail Bar, Social On Main and Mesh; and, in Durban, Frank’s Speakeasy and Lucky Shaker. Be sure to post a picture to Instagram, tagging the bar and @EatOutGuide, and using the hashtags #WoodfordReserve and #OldFashioned.

The Eat Out team will also be taking to the streets to sample and judge some of Cape Town’s best Old Fashioned cocktails made by some of the cities trendiest barmen. Follow our escapades on Instagram and stay tuned to Eat Out to see which barman comes out on top.

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