Jul 17 2026
RestaurantsBallyhooOld Fashioned Recipe

Old Fashioned Recipe

Inspired by Ballyhoo
Time10m
Serves1

Make Old Fashioned Recipe in just 10m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Cocktail Ingredients

Method

Preparation Steps

  1. 1

    Prepare the Glass

    Place the sugar cube in an old-fashioned glass.

  2. 2

    Add Bitters

    Add the Angostura bitters and the teaspoon of water onto the sugar cube.

  3. 3

    Muddle

    Using a muddler or the back of a spoon, crush the sugar cube until it dissolves.

  4. 4

    Add Whiskey

    Pour in the bourbon or rye whiskey over the muddled sugar.

  5. 5

    Add Ice

    Add a large ice cube or several smaller cubes to the glass.

  6. 6

    Garnish

    Express the oil from the orange peel over the drink and drop it into the glass. Add the maraschino cherry for garnish.

  7. 7

    Stir and Serve

    Stir gently and serve immediately.

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