Whiskey Old Fashioned
Elevate your cocktail game with the classic Whiskey Old Fashioned, a timeless masterpiece of simplicity and elegance. This iconic drink combines the rich warmth of bourbon or rye whiskey with the subtle sweetness of a muddled sugar cube and the aromatic complexity of Angostura bitters. Perfectly balanced with a hint of water and chilled by a single large, clear ice cube, this cocktail is expertly finished with a twist of orange peel to release its citrusy oils, adding depth to every sip. For an optional flourish, garnish with a maraschino cherry to enhance its visual appeal. Ready in just five minutes, this quintessential whiskey cocktail is ideal for sipping and savoring any time you’re looking to add a touch of refinement to your day or evening.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 oz Whiskey (bourbon or rye)
- 1 unit Sugar cube
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
- 0.25 oz Water
- 1 unit Ice cube (large, clear preferred)
- 1 strip Orange peel
- 1 unit Optional maraschino cherry
Instructions
Place the sugar cube in a lowball or Old Fashioned glass.
Add 2 dashes of Angostura bitters to the sugar cube.
Pour 0.25 oz of water over the sugar cube to help it dissolve.
Use a muddler to crush and dissolve the sugar cube until it forms a paste-like consistency.
Add 2 oz of whiskey over the sugar and bitters mixture.
Gently stir the mixture for about 10-15 seconds to combine the flavors.
Add a single large ice cube to the glass for proper chilling and dilution without over-watering the cocktail.
Express the oils from an orange peel over the drink by twisting it, then rub the peel around the rim of the glass for added aroma.
Drop the orange peel into the drink as garnish.
Optionally, add one maraschino cherry on top as a garnish.
Serve immediately and enjoy responsibly.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
140 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 2.2 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.6 g | ||
| Protein | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2 mg | 0% | |
| Iron | 0.0 mg | 0% | |
| Potassium | 3 mg | 0% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
