Classic Old Fashioned
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Classic Old Fashioned

A timeless whiskey cocktail that showcases the spirit's character with subtle sweetness and aromatic bitters.

Prep Time
5 minutes
Serves
1
Difficulty
Easy
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Glass
Old Fashioned Glass

Ingredients

  • 60ml
    Bourbon or Rye Whiskey
  • 1 tsp
    Sugar
  • 2-3 dashes
    Angostura Bitters
  • 1
    Orange peel
  • Large cube
    Ice

Instructions

1

Place sugar in old fashioned glass and saturate with bitters.

2

Add a splash of water and muddle until sugar is dissolved.

3

Fill glass with large ice cube.

4

Add whiskey and stir gently.

5

Express orange peel oils over drink and drop into glass.

6

Serve immediately.

Garnish

Orange peel

Pro Tips

Use a quality whiskey as it's the star of this drink. The large ice cube melts slowly, preventing over-dilution.

Variations

Maple Old Fashioned: Substitute maple syrup for sugar

Smoked Old Fashioned: Add a smoking element with wood chips

Tags

ClassicStrongStirred

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