Old Fashioned

Cocktails
Old Fashioned recipe

A classic whiskey cocktail that dates back to the 1880s. This timeless drink combines bourbon or rye whiskey with sugar, Angostura bitters, and a twist of citrus.

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Yields: 1 serving
Prep: 5 min
Cook: 0 min
Total: 5 min

Ingredients

2 oz
Bourbon or Rye Whiskey
1 teaspoon
White Granulated Sugar
2 dashes
Angostura bitters
1 splash
Water
1 piece
Orange Peel
1 piece
Large ice cube or sphere

Instructions

1Step 1

In an Old Fashioned glass, muddle the sugar and bitters with a splash of water.

Use a muddler or back of a spoon
Don't over-muddle - just dissolve the sugar
2Step 2

Add the large ice cube to the glass.

Large ice melts slower and dilutes less
One big cube is better than many small ones
3Step 3

Pour in the whiskey and stir gently to combine.

Stir for about 10-15 seconds
Don't over-stir to avoid excess dilution
4Step 4

Express the orange peel over the drink by twisting it, then drop it in.

Hold the peel over the glass and twist to release oils
You should see a fine mist of citrus oils

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