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Old Fashioned Cocktail

A classic cocktail that combines the warmth of whiskey with a hint of sweetness and aromatic bitters.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
Course: Cocktail
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 ounces bourbon or rye whiskey
  • 1 sugar cube or 1/2 teaspoon simple syrup
  • 2 dashes Angostura bitters
  • 1 dash orange bitters optional
  • Orange peel for garnish
  • Maraschino cherry for garnish optional

Equipment

  • Old Fashioned glass or rocks glass
  • Bar spoon or stirrer
  • Muddler or the back of a spoon
  • Jigger or measuring tool
  • Ice cubes

Method
 

  1. Start with a chilled Old Fashioned glass.
  2. Place the sugar cube in the glass and add the bitters. Muddle gently until the sugar dissolves.
  3. Pour in your choice of whiskey over the muddled sugar.
  4. Add ice cubes to the glass and stir gently for about 20 seconds.
  5. Use a vegetable peeler to cut a strip of orange peel and express the oils over the drink.
  6. If desired, add a maraschino cherry for garnish.
  7. Serve and enjoy your cocktail.

Notes

Feel free to adjust the sweetness or add different bitters to find your perfect blend.