Ingredients
- 2 oz bourbon or rye whiskey
- 1 sugar cube (or 1/2 tsp simple syrup)
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
- 1 dash orange bitters (optional)
- 1 orange peel (for garnish)
- 1 large ice cube
Instructions
- Place the sugar cube in a glass and saturate with bitters. Add a splash of water and muddle until dissolved.
- Add whiskey and a large ice cube. Stir gently for about 30 seconds.
- Express an orange peel over the drink by squeezing it to release oils, then drop it in as garnish.
- Enjoy slowly.
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A timeless classic. Smooth, balanced, and slightly smoky, the Old Fashioned is the gold standard of whiskey cocktails. Keep it simple, use quality ingredients, and enjoy.