Cowboy Cocktail

Just because you might like rye and cream separately doesn't mean you should combine them. This was a bad idea all around.

And I get where it is coming from. This much strong rye is hard on the stomach. Why not coat it in cream and turn the whole thing into a cold creamy mess that still tastes like jet fuel? Then I consider the name, and more than the idea that cowboys are never far from milk at its source, they are not expected to be picky or show an abundance of taste.

• 3 oz. rye (Sazerac used)
• 2 tbsp. half-and-half

 Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice. Shake and strain into a chilled cocktail glass.