Old Fashioned Cocktail Recipe
Create the perfect Old Fashioned cocktail with our step-by-step guide. This classic bourbon or rye whiskey drink combines sugar, bitters, and a twist of orange for a timeless flavor. Discover expert tips, unique variations like the Smoky or Maple Old Fashioned, and elevate your mixology skills. Perfect for any occasion, this recipe will make you a cocktail pro in no time!
Equipment
- Old Fashioned Glass: Also known as a rocks glass or lowball glass.
- Muddler: To muddle the sugar and bitters.
- Bar Spoon: For stirring the cocktail.
- Jigger: For measuring the whiskey.
- Peeler or Knife: To cut the orange peel for garnish.
- Ice Cubes: Large ice cubes or an ice sphere work best to avoid quick dilution.
Ingredients
- 2 Oz Bourbon or rye whiskey
- 1 Sugar Cube
- 2-3 Dashes angostura bitter
- Orange peel, for garnish
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Prepare the Glass:Place the sugar cube in an Old Fashioned glass.Add the bitters directly onto the sugar cube.Muddle the sugar cube and bitters until the sugar dissolves.
- Add the Whiskey:Pour the whiskey over the muddled sugar and bitters mixture.Stir gently to combine the ingredients.
- Add Ice:Fill the glass with ice cubes. Large ice cubes or a single ice sphere work best as they melt slower, keeping your drink from becoming too diluted.
- Garnish:Express the oils from an orange peel by holding it over the glass and giving it a good twist.Drop the orange peel into the glass.Add a maraschino cherry for a touch of sweetness and color.
- Serve:Give the drink one final stir.Enjoy your classic Old Fashioned immediately.