Old Fashioned

United States - The original cocktail, simplified from ornate 19th century mixed drinks · whiskey · Rocks Glass

The original cocktail, dating back to the 1880s. This is how cocktails were made before the fancy stuff - just whiskey, sugar, bitters, and ice.

GlassRocks Glass
GarnishOrange Peel
ABV35%
CategoryClassic, Cocktail
Flavorspirit-forward, bitter, classic

Ingredients

  • Bourbon or Rye Whiskey2 oz
  • Sugar Cube1 piece
  • Angostura Bitters3 dashes
  • Orange Peel1 piece

Method

  1. In rocks glass, muddle 1 sugar cube with 2-3 dashes Angostura bitters
  2. Add 2 oz bourbon or rye whiskey
  3. Add ice and stir until well chilled
  4. Express orange peel over drink and drop in
  5. Serve immediately