Did you know that Indiana has an official cocktail? And no, we know what you’re thinking — it’s not the St. Elmo’s shrimp one.
The Hoosier Heritage was established as Indiana’s official cocktail in 2015, as the result of a contest held by the Indiana State Museum. Here’s how to make it:
- 1.5 oz Bourbon or Whiskey (the original recipe featured Knob Creek rye whiskey, in honor of Abraham Lincoln’s childhood home before moving to Indiana)
- 1 oz apple cider
- 1/2 oz lemon juice
- 1.2 oz maple syrup
- A dash of cayenne pepper on top
For non-drinkers, there’s no question that thanks to the infamous Indy 500 tradition, milk is also a perfectly acceptable Hoosier drink choice. And if that still isn’t your speed, tap into some water — declared in 2007 by Senate Resolution No. 20 as Indiana’s official beverage. Stay hydrated, Indy.
