Old Fashioned
Modern · Whiskey · Rocks
The original cocktail, dating back to the 1880s. This simple yet perfect combination of whiskey, sugar, and bitters represents the purest form of cocktail making.
| Glass | Rocks |
| Garnish | None |
| ABV | 32% |
| Category | classic |
| Flavor | spirit-forward, bitter, orange, classic |
Ingredients
- Bourbon Whiskey2 oz
- Sugar Cube1 piece
- Angostura Bitters2 dashes
- Orange Peel1 piece
Method
- Muddle sugar cube with bitters and splash of water in rocks glass
- Add whiskey and large ice cube
- Stir gently
- Garnish with orange peel
Pro Tips
- Muddle the sugar cube with bitters and a splash of water BEFORE adding whiskey. The ice extracts sugar poorly.
- A single big cube (or sphere) slows dilution so you can savor the drink over 20 minutes.
- Express the orange peel over the drink, then drop it in. Don't skip the expression.